Shodo Daisuki Episode 15

Shodo Daisuki Episode 15

Shodo Daisuki Episode 15
Challenge: Writing on a "Uchiwa" Fan!!

Shodo Daisuki – Episode 15

In this video, Shodo Daisuki’s Shimauchi takes on the challenge of writing on a “uchiwa” fan!

Shodo Daisuki Episode 15 — Video Overview

The theme of this episode is “writing characters on a uchiwa fan.” Shimauchi wrote his favorite kanji, "誠" (sincerity), on a fan and completed the piece with a signature seal. Summer brings high humidity, which is challenging for paper, but he talks about the joy of writing on a fan, creating a unique, one-of-a-kind fan, and enjoying a refreshing breeze in a poetic way. In the demonstration, he carefully wrote the character "誠" on a fan covered with traditional calligraphy paper using a soft yet resilient brush and ink. For the seal, due to the fan’s frame structure, he used an unusual method — pressing the seal between the pads of his left-hand fingers and the seal itself. Additionally, he sprinkled gold powder on the red ink seal to create a red-gold effect. Finally, he sprayed the piece with a finishing spray to complete the work.

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Writing on the Uchiwa Fan

00:00:00

Shimauchi explained the theme of this video, "writing characters on a uchiwa fan." As a calligraphy enthusiast, he discussed the appeal of writing on a fan and the fun of creating an original piece. He emphasized the importance of adding personal touches to make the work unique. He chose his favorite kanji, "誠," and introduced the tools used: a laminated fan, a resilient soft brush, and sumi ink. Using these tools, he wrote on the fan.

Technique for Pressing the Seal

00:02:40

Shimauchi demonstrated using the oval seal he carved himself, pressing it onto the fan. He explained why he chose to place the seal lower, considering the fan’s rib structure. He also introduced the technique of pressing the fan between his left-hand fingers and the seal for stability.

Decorating with Color

00:04:58

To enhance the piece, he used a soft brush and colored pigments for spattering techniques. He selected a refreshing blue color called “Hakuun” and applied it to empty spaces on the fan.

Gold Powder Decoration on the Seal

00:06:29

As an extra touch, he sprinkled gold powder over the red seal, transforming it into a gold-red seal. He honestly shared a mishap when spraying too closely, warning viewers to be careful.

Possibilities of Uchiwa Art

00:09:30

He discussed how the fan’s shape, paper, and rib structure affect writing. By using these characteristics creatively, different artistic expressions can be achieved. He emphasized that variations in ink color and added pigments can produce diverse uchiwa artworks.

 

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