Turning to Eastern traditions, people are discovering the Japanese concept of WABI SABI. This work presents a collection of reflections, along with classic poetry and verse from both Eastern and Western traditions, that capture the WABI SABI moment. It is complemented by photography and calligraphy inspired by the WABI SABI spirit.
Turning to Eastern traditions, people are discovering the Japanese concept of WABI SABI. This work presents a collection of reflections, along with classic poetry and verse from both Eastern and Western traditions, that capture the WABI SABI moment. It is complemented by photography and calligraphy inspired by the WABI SABI spirit.
Embrace tranquil simplicity, rustic elegance, and imperfect beauty. Diane Durston s meditation on the Japanese philosophy of wabi sabi will inspire you to focus on the blessings hiding in your daily life. Celebrating the way things are rather than how they should be, Durston encourages you to bask in the subtle joys of the natural world and cultivate an appreciation for everyday objects. Step back from the hectic modern world and find enjoyment and gratitude as you explore the ancient and powerful concepts of wabi sabi.
Diane Durston lived in Japan for 18 years and has served as a cultural consultant on Japan for corporations, universities, and museums, including the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC. She is the author of Wabi Sabi, Old Kyoto, and Kyoto: Seven Paths to the Heart of the City. Durston lives in Portland, Oregon.
Tranquil simplicity, rustic elegance, imperfect beauty...these are qualities that wabi sabi embraces. Originating in Japan, the wabi-sabi perspective resonates in voices from across cultures and throughout the ages. The gems of wisdom collected in this engaging little book inspire us to discover the humble beauty in our daily lives.
This collection of simple, yet profound insights in an irresistable, hold-in-the-hand package offers readers the opportunity for integrating moments of contemplation and meditation into their daily lives, and to discover the essence of wabi sabi.
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