南法聖観

My Name is Seykang Nanpou and I live in Japan.
I paint Buddhist images.
Please visit my blog to see one of my painteings from start to finish.
I hope you enjoy it.
I draw a Buddhist painting in Japan.

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A Buddhist painting private exhibition
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南法聖観（Seikang Nanpou)
Born 　in　1951
"Buddhism Painting, Transmission from Avalokitesva"
On April 3, 1980, at the age of 28,
I was given my talent for painting by the Kannon (priest) of a very important Temple in Japan.
From that day on, I have been able to use my talents to influence the destiny of others.
Four years later I saw The Mandala for first time.
I was so spellbound by it's beauty and spiritual power that I decided to paint Buddhist images.
I have not studied from professors or masters.
I am self taught. To become a Buddhist painter, it is customary to copy pictures from the past.
"Shabutsu" in Japanese.
My paintings, however; are brand new and unique, without parallel in the world.
The strong appeal of my paintings is the bright and vivid color.
I use powdered mineral pigments and Japanese art paints.
I also use pure gold and silver leaf in some of my paintings so that my paintings look more ornamental and elegant compared to other Buddhist paintings. First, I make a preliminary sketch on Japanese paper, this is my canvas and by mixing a glue paint with my original method I can create bright colors that will not fade through the years.
Through the use of details, brilliant colors and a sensitivity inspired by the colors of the four seasons I am able to create these inspirational works.
Because of God's affection, love and the teachings of the priests I am able to paint images that I hope will touch people's hearts and continue to inspire for generations to come.