Two days ago we visited a local Chinese artist and teamaker Chen Chunmu. Its amazing how one
can communicate through drawings and hand gestures and a lot of laughs in between. He poured several small bowls as we tasted red and green teas.
His home/tearoom was filled with ancient teapots and artifacts dating back to the Ming dynasty, what a collection! He then took
us to his spacious studio where we again had tea. We fell in love with his work, he gifted us with a
beautiful book with numerous images and a biography of his work. We were very excited for him
because his wife is due with their baby in October. He is hoping for a boy so when he gets old he and his wife will be taken care of.
a delightful afternoon with Chunmu our new friend
We are getting so familiar with our Bei Gao village, it is hard to describe in its raw colorful everyday life
and lastly a large piece I completed a few days ago titled 'life'
or shenghao
I have been playing with ink wash a bit and having a great time
heading to Mutianyu (northeast an hour and 1/2) section of the Great Wall in a bit, Mike is
making tasty ginger veggie rice rolls for us!
I love your piece - want to see it in the flesh!
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It is amazing the different kinds of experiences you are having. Such a variety. I love the images you are sharing and want to hear all about your processes. Are these works on paper? Do you use gesso or anything like that? You probably don't want to discuss it now but be prepared to have me ask you every detail. I heard a great interview with Patty Smith on the radio and heard some of her new songs. You will love them and want to create with her in the background. When you come home we will have tea and chat. Much love,
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