Sora Shodo
Our human connections to the natural world and the universe as a whole are the subject of Sora’s Calligraphic Art. The Artist uses ancient traditional media of mulberry paper, sumi (ink), and brush and combines striking and meaningful visual art with entrancing performance art. Sora’s art is often created at live performance events, accompanied by traditional Japanese musicians. Her spontaneous creations are inspired by the surrounding environment as well as the spirit and energies she feels from her audience. Sora believes in the meditative and spiritual power of traditional Japanese Calligraphy, and is passionate about sharing it with others. The striking contrast of black ink on white paper transmits the vital energy and emotional power of her work. The written word communicates a nuance, emotion and meaning that transcends language. “Often people who do not read Japanese, never-the-less understand the meaning of my art,” she says, “that is my goal as an artist. To put the energy from my soul, from nature, from the people around me onto the paper and to give people a sense of calm and joy through Shodo.
