#Shibumi arts

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I think saturated palettes suit her :]

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546 days left until Sonic 3

Although we're all excited to see Shadow in Sonic 3, let's take a moment to wish our favorite blue rodent a very happy birthday!!! We wouldn't be here without him :,3

-Mod Shibumi (art) & Snow (god bless her she's been doing the countdowns all this time I've been super busy XD)

Friday, June 23rd, 2023

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Seventeen as Japanese Philosophy-

1.Choi Seungcheol;

Scoups as Mamori Tai: “I will always protect you”

Mamori Tai is a heartfelt sentiment which is typically reserved for when expressing feelings to a loved one, be it a family member, close friend, or romantic partner. It conveys a strong personal wish or intention to safeguard or preserve something of significance. Mamori Tai signifies an emotional or philosophical commitment to safeguarding something that holds particular value or importance. It expresses a desire to preserve or guard something valuable or cherished. It reflects a deep sense of responsibility or attachment to something that is considered important.

2.Yoon Jeonghan;

Jeonghan as Yugen: “Profound awareness and mysterious beauty”

Yugen is used in the context of a deep emotional response to a piece of art, like a Jackson Pollock painting, or nature. Yugen deals with the depth of meaning we find in the world through our imaginative perception of the universe and its wonders. Our perception triggers an emotional response that cannot be explained, for it is much bigger than us alone, and yet we are part of it.

3.Hong Jisoo;

Joshua as Ikigai: “A reason for being”

Ikigai describes our reason for being, the reason we get up in the morning. Be it a family member, hobby, pet, or profession, Ikigai is how we would describe the thing that keeps us going through our ups and downs, and motivates us to move forward in life. Ikigai is about finding true happiness. Ikigai serves as a useful tool to discover dream career, or to find out what one may enjoy doing in life. Ikigai has four primary elements: what you love (your passion), what the world needs (your mission), what you are good at (your vocation), and what you can get paid for (your profession).We all have an Ikigai, it’s just a matter of finding it.

4.Wen Junhui;

Jun as Kintsugi: “The art of broken things”

Kintsugi is used in the context of a broken object, like pottery, repaired with (traditionally) gold lacquer.It’s a practice that was developed 15th century Japan that sought to create beauty out of what would have been considered worthless. Kintsugi teaches us that in life we can turn adversity into something that is beautiful and resilient. Kintsugi shows us that in time, we can heal from our wounds, embrace our imperfections, and become stronger.

5.Kwon Soonyoung;

Hoshi as Kanbina: “A word that sounds sweet and pleasant to the ear”

Kanbina is an expression used when a word is so beautiful to hear – and the Japanese language is full of such words. It might be the way the word rolls off the tongue, the shape of the sounds, the letters it contains, the places it is used, or the meaning behind it that makes it sweet and pleasant to the ear. It can also be used to compliment someone, when they first tell us their name.

6.Jeon Wonwoo;

Wonwoo as Ma: “An efficient pause in time”

Ma is the time and space life needs to breath, to feel and connect. If we have no time, if our space is restricted, we cannot grow. Ma is the pure, and indeed essential, void between all things.Ma is about nuance. Ma describes the space in between. Ma celebrates emptiness as form. Ma is the silences, the pauses, the gaps. Ma is the empty space in a painting. Ma is the pause between music notes. Ma is the silence in between conversations.

7.Lee Jihoon;

Woozi as Furusato: “One’s hometown”

Furusato normally describes as a hometown, at its core, the word refers to the place that we feel our heart belongs. This place may not be where we were born or where we find ourselves in the present, but it’s where we feel most at home and hold in our heart. Where can rest, relax, smile, breathe and gaze upon stars comfortably. Furusato is where everything becomes gentler.

8.Xu Minghao;

The8 as Shibumi: “Effortless perfection”

Shibumi is about beauty of understanding. Direct and simple way, without being flashy. It is about a sense of effortless elegance and simplicity. It's about complete harmony, tranquility, and balance. It is "eloquent silence" and "understanding", rather than knowledge. It depicts the ability to achieve the maximum effect with the minimum means. Shibumi is a holistic approach to living that emphasises balance, and refinement. A livelihood where eloquence, silence and simplicity take precedence.

9.Kim Mingyu;

Mingyu as Koi No Yokan: “A premonition of love”

Koi No Yokan is different than love at first sight. Koi no yokan occurs when you first meet someone and know that you'll be in love later on. Although you may not be in love with them at first sight, you will be in the near future. It's a tender feeling that passes through our heart and mind after meeting someone for the first time. A feeling of "I think I've known you and I'm going to fall in love with you soon" passing us.

10.Lee Seokmin;

DK as Komorebi: “Dappled sunlight filtered through tree leaves”

Komorebi is walking through a wooded area on a sunny summer’s day and seeing beams of light shining through the canopy and the dappled effect of those beams on the forest floor. Komorebi is also the feeling of longing to be near someone who is too far away for us to visit, and missing their presence and all that it brings.

11.Boo Seungkwan;

Seungkwan as Hanagasumi: “A mist of flowers”

Hanagasumi is about the sight in springtime across Japan when it is a flurry of cherry blossom petals on the wind, so many that it appears like a haze of white and pink. Hanagasumi is the feeling and essence of spring, breathing new hopes fully, inhaling the spreading mist, leaving emptiness behind.

12.Chwe Hansol;

Vernon as Shinrin Yoku : “Forest bathing”

Shinrin Yoku is the feeling of walking among trees and nature inducing an inner sense of balance, lowering blood pressure and cortisol levels. Shinrin Yoku describes that experience, but in more spiritual terms, referring to the calm that washes over us when immersed in a forest as a return to our natural essence.

13.Lee Chan;

Dino as Ukiyo: “Floating world”

Ukiyo is a state of mind, emphasising being present in the moment and detaching one’s self from the stress and difficulties of life in order to truly live. It implies a dreamlike quality to the district, where nothing is as it seems. Ukiyo came to symbolize the Buddhist idea that life was transient, the endless cycle of rebirth, life, suffering, death, and rebirth. Ukiyo is about surviving mentally, physically, spiritually by getting detachment from the bothers of life.

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Tell us about yourself.: I'm in my mid 50's living a quiet, sustainable lifestyle. I consider myself semi-retired, working our business daily but not having to work a day job. We've slowed down a bit now and have learned how to refine the operations so that we do not have to work as hard to get better results. My husband, Dave, and I run the Brummet Media Group. This involves: 2 blogs, 7 books (so far) , a drum studio, and a Youtube channel. 3 more books are currently in the publication schedule. Where did you grow up, and how did this influence your writing?: I grew up in a broken home environment but there were happy moments too... my mother married 5 times, 2 were abusers... and I was on my own at 14. I put myself through school and by 25 was running my first business. I think, looking back, that the need for self-sufficiency, a willingness to do the hard work to achieve a goal. Exposure to hardship helped me face early adulthood challenges as I struggled to fit in and do all the "shoulds". Do you have any unusual writing habits? I am a sporatic, spontatious writer. While I can write on schedule for a project, when it comes to creative writing and book manuscript writing I feel that I have to have the right energy and mindset prior to placing hand to keyboard. Poetry and fiction especially, work this way for me. I'm writing sentences and paragraphs in my head before I can get to a keyboard or scrap of paper and by the time I have the tools for writing in hand - I'm grasping at the fading words in desperation. When it comes to office writing tasks - I'll schedule them in. For instance the last 2 days I've been writing and scheduling 5 articles and 2 interviews (submitted) for publication for a blog. I like doing interviews with my connections - it gives me insight into their world, I get to know them better or a tidbit that helps me run the business better. What authors have influenced you? I grew up in a broken home environment but there were happy moments too... my mother married 5 times, 2 were abusers... and I was on my own at 14. I put myself through school and by 25 was running my first business. I think, looking back, that the need for self-sufficiency, a willingness to do the hard work to achieve a goal. Exposure to hardship helped me face early adulthood challenges as I struggled to fit in and do all the "shoulds". Do you have any advice for new authors? Don't be afraid to dabble into several different writing jobs within the ocean of writing opportunities. You might do some freelance work, take on a staff writing gig or an assignment writing gig, you might write copy for a company or reviews for a magazine. Articles, poetry, books, chapbooks, novels... there are so many channels to explore. Writing is like art, it can a be a business, but it can also be a creative art. It's up to you - if you get bored, feel you've exhausted a topic or genre of writing ... then move on and start enjoying writing - playing with words again. What is the best advice you have ever been given? Do it right the first time. I do a lot of research, ask a lot of questions, create an action plan (if necessary) and create drafts that we then tweak several times before we actually begin the next project. I loathe doing things twice. Tweaking something later is one thing, but starting all over is just... well - it ain't fun. What are you reading now? I just finished reading (and reviewing) Beyond the Fifth Gate (Donna Sundblad) and I'm about to read another book of hers that I downloaded to my e-reader. However I have about 6 books in the e-reader library to read. ...and I love it!!! What's your biggest weakness? I'm not a fan of converting data, watching analytics, seeing if I got "likes" or getting perturbed if I didn't see new subscribers or any of that stuff. I do it - especially when it comes to online advertising that I've paid for. (she laughs) But I hate it. I just loathe it. What is your favorite book of all time? Shibumi (Trevanian) - a super spy-assasin thriller. When you're not writing, how do you like to spend your time? Watching movies or documentaries or concerts with my husband (Dave) and being with our dogs. I enjoy gardening and strolling easy trails when I'm having a good day. Do you remember the first story you ever read, and the impact it had on you? The Little Red Hen - my earliest memory is me trying to color the way I was taught by my artistically inclined step-dad. Then my mom saw and freaked out. I didn't know then but when she passed and I inherited the book, I saw it was a gift to my mom from her Aunt. I just gave that book to one of my brothers, who lamented not having things from our childhood. He read it to us (his wife and I) in our kitchen and it was a real family moment. What has inspired you and your writing style? I started out wanting to make a difference by choosing to write about inspiring, positive topics. That initial passion has continued throughout my career as a writer, blogger, & throughout former positions as a staff or freelance, and assignment writer, a radio show host and former professional reviewer. What are you working on now? We are just about to release a family memoir containing stories from 3 generations in Dave's family. His Uncle Tony was once an Environment Minister (Canada) and also did a term as Education Minister. His father, Frank, tells of his childhood growing up through the depression and his memories of various places around the Okanagan and the people they were named after. His grandmother also tells her story of travelling from a Romanian village to Canada where she met and married Dave's grandfather. Each story is laced with fantastic memories, and we are super proud to release it this November (2024) What is your favorite method for promoting your work? Well we use the Purple Snowflake Method that we write about in our Purple Snowflake Marketing book series. The information in those books are exactly what we do. I love doing interviews either giving or receiving them, doesn't matter which. Our 2 blogs, YouTube channel & the 7 social networks that we are on help a great deal. But we do paid advertising online too. What's next for you as a writer? After Down The Road is released there will be at least 6 months of marketing ahead of us. In between those activities we will focus on the 2nd book in the Purple Snowflake Marketing series. How well do you work under pressure? I like having a deadline, and I keep an eye on our action plans making sure we are on schedule or at least heading in the right direction. I've learned to be organized, tenacious, keep records so that I don't have to remind myself... and I use both Calendly and daytimer as well. How do you decide what tone to use with a particular piece of writing? Researching the best selling books and the writers with the best name recognition in that genre helps a great deal. I will look at what reviewers are saying, if their blog has comments and I will likely download at least one of their published books on my e-reader to examine. I'm taking notes, noticing trends, similarities and gaps in information. I'm seeing how I might work it differently, where I might take it to be unique in that genre. Lillian Brummet's Author Websites and Profiles Website Amazon Profile Goodreads Profile Lillian Brummet's Social Media Links Facebook Page Twitter Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Account Read the full article

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Sein’in-zukuri 静忍造り: Aplicação

Projetar um estúdio de 33 metros quadrados em plano aberto para um jovem profissional do sexo masculino utilizando o layout conceitual de Sein’in-zukuri 静忍造り, iremos integrar conceitos arquitetônicos, culturais, simbólicos e filosóficos tradicionais japoneses com princípios modernistas. Este processo combina funcionalidade, estética e bem-estar pessoal para criar um espaço que atenda às demandas da vida acadêmica e social.

Plano Passo a Passo para Projetar o Estúdio de 33 Metros Quadrados

1. Definindo a Simetria com Duas Zonas Distintas

O Sein’in-zukuri se inspira no Shinden-zukuri ao criar uma simetria que divide o espaço em duas zonas claras:

Zona Ocidental: Abriga os aspectos funcionais contemporâneos (home office, cozinha, banheiro).

Zona Oriental: Atende às necessidades pessoais e contemplativas, integrando elementos tradicionais japoneses.

2. Zona 1: A Zona Ocidental – Vida Funcional e Objetiva

Esta zona se concentra nas conveniências modernas, refletindo as necessidades práticas diárias do morador, como trabalho, culinária e higiene.

Home Office Multifuncional:

Propósito: Montar um workstation multimídia e multifuncional. Neste contexto, torna-se o ponto central para o trabalho acadêmico e profissional.

Design: Posicione uma mesa próxima a uma grande janela para aproveitar a luz natural, combinando-a com prateleiras minimalistas para livros e materiais. Incorpore armazenamento oculto para eletrônicos e acessórios, garantindo que a área fique desobstruída (seguindo o princípio de Kanso, que valoriza a simplicidade).

Integração: Adicione uma cadeira de linhas limpas para honrar a ideia de Shibumi—simplicidade elegante e discreta—e uma iluminação suave para aumentar o foco.

Cozinha:

Layout: Projete uma cozinha em forma de L ou linear para minimizar o uso de espaço. Utilize superfícies lisas e foscas em tons neutros, como cinza ou branco, para manter uma aparência minimalista que se alinha com o conceito de Kanso.

Elementos: Incorpore eletrodomésticos embutidos, armários com fechamento suave e armazenamento oculto para manter a cozinha organizada e discreta quando não estiver em uso.

Materiais: Utilize materiais naturais, como madeira, para as bancadas, equilibrando o design moderno e tradicional, e abraçando o conceito de Wabi-Sabi por meio da textura e do desgaste natural ao longo do tempo.

Banheiro:

Moderno, porém Simples: Mantenha o design do banheiro minimalista e funcional. Use linhas limpas, cores neutras e um chuveiro compacto com conveniências modernas, como um vaso sanitário suspenso no estilo japonês com bidê.

Iluminação e Textura: Incorpore iluminação suave e quente e texturas naturais, como pedra ou cerâmica fosca, para criar uma sensação de calma e relaxamento.

Integração: Use o conceito de Ma (間) no posicionamento dos elementos, garantindo que o layout pareça espaçoso, mesmo em uma área pequena.

3. Zona 2: A Zona Oriental – Espaço Pessoal e Subjetivo

Esta zona foca na reflexão pessoal, atenção plena e conexão com a tradição por meio do uso de plataformas elevadas e elementos tradicionais.

Ima (居間) com Tokonoma (床の間), Butsudan (仏壇), Oshiire (押入れ) e Tsukeshoin (付書院):

Propósito: O Ima serve como um espaço de convivência multifuncional para relaxamento e reflexão. O Tokonoma é um nicho para exibir arte ou objetos significativos, enquanto o Butsudan representa reverência espiritual ou ancestral. O Oshiire funciona como armazenamento tradicional. O Tsukeshoin é o espaço historicamente usado para leitura, escrita e atividades acadêmicas em um ambiente meditativo.

Design: O Ima terá uma plataforma elevada feita de madeira natural. Coloque o Tokonoma em uma parede, com arte minimalista ou uma planta. Incorpore o Butsudan em um canto para práticas espirituais silenciosas. O Oshiire será uma área de armazenamento embutida para roupas de cama ou pertences pessoais, mantendo o espaço limpo e sem desordem. O Tsukeshoin consiste em uma mesa de escrita embutida, normalmente voltada para uma janela ou vista panorâmica, incentivando a contemplação e o estudo.

Iluminação e Materiais: Use iluminação indireta e suave para enfatizar uma atmosfera calma e meditativa. Incorpore materiais naturais como madeira, bambu e papel (para as telas Shōji) para manter a simplicidade e harmonia.

Integração Filosófica: O conceito de Wabi-Sabi é evidente no uso de materiais naturais e na aceitação da imperfeição. O layout incentiva a simplicidade e a atenção plena, alinhando-se aos conceitos de Shibumi e Kanso.

Tsukimidai (月見台) Engawa (縁側) com Horigotatsu (掘り炬燵):

Propósito: Uma plataforma elevada perto de uma grande janela, projetada para a observação da lua (Tsukimidai), e o Horigotatsu é uma mesa baixa com piso rebaixado para conforto e aquecimento.

Design: Instale uma ampla janela do chão ao teto para permitir luz natural e uma vista do exterior. O Horigotatsu será embutido no chão, criando um espaço aconchegante para contemplação silenciosa ou reuniões sociais com amigos.

Materiais: Use madeira tradicional para a plataforma e os assentos. Incorpore telas deslizantes Shōji para separar o espaço quando necessário, aumentando a flexibilidade.

Simbolismo: O Engawa serve como um espaço de transição entre o interior e o exterior, representando a conexão com a natureza. Isso reflete o conceito de Ma—o espaço entre que proporciona equilíbrio e paz.

4. Caminho Conector: O Conceito de Ma (間)

As duas zonas são conectadas por um caminho no nível do chão que começa no Genkan (玄関), a tradicional entrada japonesa, e termina no Engawa. Este caminho serve como uma conexão simbólica e funcional entre as áreas objetivas e subjetivas do apartamento.

Design do Caminho:

O Genkan será uma pequena área de entrada com piso de pedra, criando uma clara divisão entre o mundo exterior e o lar. Os sapatos são guardados aqui, reforçando o conceito de deixar o mundo exterior para trás.

O caminho, inspirado no conceito de Ma, é projetado para dar uma sensação de amplitude e calma, mesmo em um apartamento pequeno. O piso de madeira natural e a iluminação suave guiarão o morador de uma zona a outra.

Um design minimalista e desobstruído enfatizará o espaço vazio, permitindo fluxo e abertura.

5. Integração Estética e Filosófica Geral

Kanso (簡素): Todo o apartamento seguirá a simplicidade no design, com cada elemento servindo a um propósito. O layout evitará ornamentações excessivas, focando em linhas limpas e materiais naturais.

Wabi-Sabi (侘寂): A imperfeição será abraçada no uso de materiais naturais que envelhecem graciosamente, como pisos de madeira ou telas de bambu, que adquirem caráter com o tempo.

Shibumi (渋み): Haverá uma elegância discreta em todo o espaço, com foco na simplicidade refinada, desde os móveis embutidos até a decoração cuidadosamente selecionada.

Ma (間): O uso cuidadoso do espaço, especialmente no caminho ao nível do chão, garantirá que o apartamento pareça aberto, espaçoso e sereno, apesar de seu tamanho compacto.

Conclusão

Este estúdio de 33 metros quadrados em plano aberto será uma mistura harmoniosa de elementos arquitetônicos tradicionais japoneses e necessidades funcionais modernas, criando um espaço que atende tanto à vida acadêmica quanto social do morador. Através da aplicação cuidadosa do Sein’in-zukuri, garantimos que cada zona, característica e elemento do apartamento promova equilíbrio, simplicidade e atenção plena, respondendo tanto às demandas práticas quanto espirituais da vida moderna.

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Shibumi: La Belleza en la Simplicidad y la Complejidad

En el frenético y agitado escenario del mundo moderno, donde la saturación de estímulos y superficialidades es la norma, surge el concepto japonés de Shibumi como una filosofía que nos invita a redescubrir la belleza en la simplicidad y la sofisticación en lo complejo. Shibumi no es solo una palabra, es un universo entero de significado que encapsula una forma de vida que fusiona la estética, el comportamiento y la percepción del mundo.

El Alma de Shibumi

Shibumi es la esencia de una belleza que se revela como sencilla y compleja a la vez, sutil y profunda. Se encuentra en la naturalidad y la espontaneidad, en la perfección de lo imperfecto y la armonía de lo desigual. Como lo describe magistralmente Leonard Koren en su obra "Wabi-Sabi: For Artists, Designers, Poets & Philosophers", Shibumi es "la cualidad estética que es a la vez simple y compleja, sutil y profunda".

La Manifestación de Shibumi

Este concepto se manifiesta en diversas formas de arte japonés, como la ceremonia del té, la jardiner��a Zen y la caligrafía. En estos expresiones artísticas, la meticulosa atención al detalle y la búsqueda de la perfección se combinan para crear experiencias estéticas y espirituales únicas. Según Betty Edwards en su obra "Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain", Shibumi es "una experiencia estética que es a la vez estimulante y relajante, desafiante y satisfactoria".

Shibumi en la Vida Diaria

Pero Shibumi no se limita al ámbito artístico, es una filosofía que puede impregnar cada aspecto de nuestra vida. Significa vivir con modestia y sin pretensiones, encontrar belleza en las cosas simples, buscar la excelencia en nuestras acciones de manera discreta, sin ostentación. En palabras de Alan Watts en "The Way of Zen", Shibumi es "la belleza de lo ordinario, la elegancia de lo simple".

Un Antídoto Contra el Exceso

En un mundo donde prevalece la obsesión por lo excesivo y llamativo, Shibumi nos invita a simplificar nuestras vidas, a encontrar belleza en la tranquilidad y a apreciar la sutileza en lugar de la ostentación.

Ejemplos Vivientes de Shibumi

- Una taza de té sin adornos, hecha a mano con arcilla simple y apreciada por su funcionalidad y calidez.

- Un jardín Zen con piedras cuidadosamente colocadas, rastrillado de arena y un árbol solitario, que evoca una sensación de paz y armonía.

- Una pintura de caligrafía con tinta negra sobre papel blanco, que expresa la esencia de una idea con trazos simples y elegantes.

Cómo Integrar Shibumi en tu Vida

- Observa ejemplos de Shibumi en tu entorno: en la arquitectura, el diseño, la naturaleza e incluso en las personas.

- Practica Shibumi en tu vida diaria: simplifica tu espacio, aprecia los pequeños detalles y vive con modestia y autenticidad.

- Aprende más sobre Shibumi: lee libros, artículos y mira videos sobre este tema fascinante.

Shibumi nos recuerda que la verdadera belleza reside en la simplicidad, la modestia y la armonía con nuestro entorno. Nos invita a vivir con gracia y elegancia, y a descubrir la perfección en lo simple y lo complejo.

Citas para Reflexionar

- Haruki Murakami: "La belleza no es algo que se pueda poseer. Es algo que se experimenta."

- Yasunari Kawabata: "Lo esencial es invisible a los ojos."

- Jiro Ono: "La simplicidad es la clave de la verdadera elegancia."

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Una pequeña selección de mis "Haikus ibéricos y algunos apuntes peninsulares" publicada en "Shibumi" nº35. (arte fotográfico de Juanma Zarzo). Uma pequena seleção dos meus "Haikus ibéricos e alguns apontamentos peninsulares" publica na "Shibumi" nº35. (arte fotográfica de Juanma Zarzo.)

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Starting off with c9 + Surge for my pal SpicyRabbit on Twitter!

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So...

Surprise colab...I guess.

With no other than the amazing @laecandraw , that, VERY GENEROUSLY, took my request on today's stream...

We just wanted to say...we're sorry 😂😂

HERE WE HAVE, MOOMINTROLL'S ULTIMATE DREAM

https://shibumi-tanuki.tumblr.com/post/683646259207258112/from-the-stream-have-mamma-a-kinda-blursed

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Cosmic soulmate...Sea horse snufkin, aka: SEAHORSKIN :3

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when life hard and mean, family warm and soft ^^ a lil gift for @laecandraw from me and @stormy-nights-are-best because :

you work so hard and need rest :((

you are loved ! 🖤🖤🖤

you deserve to take breaks >:’)

we hope you like it , and always remember that we are there for you whenever you need us <333

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Present me and a friend made for my lovely partner's birthday~

Happy birthday, dearest! I love you lots always and forever ^///^

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@perfettobenedetto wearing our navy 50oz floral printed silk tie and forest green art pocket square. Available online at shibumi-firenze.com #shibumi (at Florence, Italy) https://www.instagram.com/p/COV_LWYgnTg/?igshid=9s79oeydt1r9

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SHIBUI

https://www.veniceclayartists.com/japanese-modern-ceramic-aesthetic/

Shibui, shibumi, or shibusa are Japanese words which refer to a particular aesthetic of simple, subtle, and unobtrusive beauty.

“Shibui objects appear to be simple overall but they include subtle details, such as textural design that balances simplicity with complexity.” 

“ The Japanese aesthetic of shibui draws upon silent, subtle and unobtrusive qualities.”  

Can be seen in all forms of visual art , e.g Ikebana - floral arranging 

My interest in ceramics and ceramic makers draws upon the aesthetic concept of Shibui.  - They all have this quality in common. 

Characteristics include those of wabi-sabi but cover a wider design scope. Objects often feature asymmetry and uneven raw textures but they can also include more refined, glazed surfaces. The objective is to draw attention to the awe inspiring detail of the natural world.

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Nove parole affascinanti in giapponese

1. Yugen

Consapevolezza della bellezza nascosta dell’universo, impossibile da descrivere a parole, ma che genera emozione. Il fascino delle cose che non si riescono a comprendere fino in fondo. In arte e letteratura, un concetto simile potrebbe essere quello indicato dal termine “simbolismo”.

Non solo “Yugen” fa parte delle parole giapponesi intraducibili, ma la sua definizione può anche cambiare in base al contesto.

2. Shoganai

Significa accettare ciò che avviene fuori dal nostro controllo e che non può essere evitato. Si usa per incoraggiare le persone ad andare avanti senza rimanere con rimpianti e rimorsi.

3. Tsūkan

Tsūkan esprime il “disagio quando ci si rende conto delle proprie lacune”, sensazione abbastanza comune nell’imparare una lingua straniera o qualcosa con cui si ha poca dimestichezza.

4. Aware

La sensazione un po’ malinconica che si ha quando si sta vivendo un momento di grande felicità, ma che si sa essere effimero e destinato aconcludersi presto.

5. Otsukaresama

Parola usata per ringraziare e per riconoscere il duro lavoro delle persone che hanno dimostrato molto impegno nello svolgere i propri compiti. Spesso utilizzata per accogliere una persona che torna a casa dall’ufficio dopo una faticosa giornata lavorativa. Sarebbe bellissimo avere una parola simile in italiano!

6. Kawaakari

“L’ultimo riflesso di luce sull’acqua di un fiume al tramonto”. Una delle parole giapponesi intraducibili più suggestive in assoluto!

7. Wabi-sabi

La parola Wabi-sabi racchiude in sé due concetti: accettare la bellezza anche nell’imperfezione e comprendere la caducità della vita e la transitorietà delle cose.

8. Shibumi

Bellezza poco appariscente. Si tratta della grande raffinatezza che si nasconde dietro un aspetto ordinario e comune.

9. Ganbaru

Ganbaru è spesso tradotto con espressioni come “buona fortuna” o “in bocca al lupo”, ma in Giappone si intende più “non mollare, persevera, sii tenace fino alla fine”. Si può trovare coniugato in diversi modi come Ganbatte o Ganbare, per spronare altre persone (o se stessi) a fare uno sforzo. Non per niente, si tratta di uno dei termini che incarnano maggiormente lo spirito giapponese.

[littlemystolemypie]

when you get this you have to answer with 5 things u like about yourself, publicly. then, send this ask to 10 of your favorite followers (non-negotiable, positivity is cool)✨💝

oo ive seen the moomtuals do these, tq for asking me ^_^ 5 things i like about myself hMmmm

1. my hair :’D its poofy and yet somewhat curly when its wet and i like it alot ever since i cut it short, one of the best decisions of my life for sure 🥰

2. my hands? twt they look very gender in my opinion and they’re one of my favourite features ever 😩‼️

3. my skintone !! this one took a long time for me to get comfortable with and stuff especially because of “beauty standards” and at one point i even wanted to bleach myself but now i’ve learnt to love my skintone for what it is and i think its funky bc my palms are lighter than the rest of my body ☺️

4. how much i improved in art <\3 im not where i want to be and i still have so much to improve on but im so much better than when i first started drawing and i have developed a style kind of even if it is inconsistent ❤️‍🩹

5. my personality :”) its not the best but i think its neat, even if there are some flaws in it 🌻

again thank you for the ask shibumi ^^ and @chlo-le-mouton thank you too for sending me the same ask <3

[shibumi-tanuki]

AAAAAAAAAA WEDDING DAY SNUFKIN YES

May I add my quick sketch of Moomin’s own dress? :,3 @chlo-le-mouton​

Snufkin on his wedding day uwu

I tried to draw him in my regular artstyle