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Zen Brush original Japanese-style scroll-like paintings and custom greeting cards for the Chinese New Year, Birthdays, Anniversary Cards, Baby Announcements...Buddhas, Enso, Haiku calligraphy, Zen paintings, custom portraits, custom paintings for your meditation space, altar and children's room art painted by me, a zen monk. Very affordable original art.
Check out Custom New Year and Birthday Cards for the Chinese New Year. Uniquely painted with sumi ink and watercolors. Chinese New Year of the Dog cards and artwork are ready!
Happy Holidays - Xīn nián kuài lè! Gung hay fat choy! Akemashite Omedetou Gozaimasu!
Zen brush painting is a meditative art as you breathe, let go and let the brush go. One of a kind experiences, ink flows and one of a kind paintings appear.
My work is in public and private collections and I have illustrated two books, Zen by the Brush and a James Beard-nominated cookbook, A Taste of Heaven and Earth. My illustrations have appeared in the Buddhist journals, Tricycle Magazine, Shambala Sun, Lions Roar, Zen Notes, and Spirituality and Health.
Recently I have done commissions for personal zodiac animals for children's rooms, nursery art, baby showers, weddings and anniversary presents, memorial gifts. Please feel free to contact me for any personal requests.
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Palms together, peace and blessings.
Thank you for taking time to look at my work.
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Karen on Oct 22, 2022
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful! Perfect for framing. I had it personalized for my granddaughter and she loved it.
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John Deieso on Jul 29, 2022
5 out of 5 starsMy original painting of The Vinegar Tasters by Seiko at Zen Brush is just amazing! It looks even more beautiful and flowing in-person than shown online. Seiko was an excellent communicator and my painting was delivered faster than anticipated. All around great experience and I will treasure this inspirational work of art! 5 stars!
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Linda on Jul 22, 2022
5 out of 5 starsIt was exactly as described, and it was beautifully packaged.
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Jed on Jul 5, 2022
5 out of 5 starsThe cold mountain original artwork by Seiko was so good. I could not be happier. She surprised me with original calligraphy of the poem that was the inspiration for the work.
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Jed on Jul 5, 2022
5 out of 5 starsI am so happy with my original Sumie artwork by Seiko. The work has amazing spirit and perfectly captured the feeling of the old Chinese hermit poetry I have been reading recently. This was a real find. Thank you!
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Ty on Apr 29, 2022
5 out of 5 starsExcellent work!! Adds color to my office space but more importantly reminds me that all is gift
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Xandi on Apr 2, 2022
5 out of 5 starsSo sweet! I love the legend and the characteristics of the Chinese Zodiac pig. The artwork guided my choice. This print was beautifully packaged in tissue paper and securely shipped in stiff cardboard. It shipped quickly. The wonderful artist threw in a thoughtful bonus!
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mariinjapan on Mar 13, 2022
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful charcoal drawing. Bought it for a friend who turned 60 last year, but didn’t celebrate until this year. Had it framed along with the accompanying “year of the ox” card in the same tall frame. Made a great thoughtful gift, and couldn’t be happier with the simple yet elegant drawings of the artist.
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Circe on Mar 11, 2022
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful design! We were even considering this for our wedding invitation.
About ZenBrush
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Brushes, ink stone to make sumi ink, and paintings in the studio -
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View from the roof of my studio - love to go up early and stretch and meditate. -
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Year of the Sheep cards - i love to do custom cards and specials for my collectors. -
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Having some fun with calligraphy in the year of the monkey! -
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Me as a monk
Zen by the Brush - enlightening and spirited art
I developed my zen style of brush painting during my zen monastic life in New York State and in Japan. I love the paintings of Paul Reps, Sengai, Hakkuin. I have illustrated two books: a James Beard nominated vegetarian cookbook "A Taste of Heaven and Earth"( Harper Collins) and "Zen by the Brush" (Stewart, Tabori and Chang). My work is in public and private collections.
I started painting Chinese Zodiac new years cards to give to my friends about 12 years ago. In Japan, it is a tradition to send new years greetings on January 1. And thought to share "hey maybe others would perhaps like to do the same."
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Seiko
Owner, Maker, Monk
I developed my zen style of brush painting during my monastic life here and in Japan. I love the paintings of Paul Reps, Sengai, Hakkuin as you can see. I illustrated a James Beard nominated cookbook A Taste of Heaven and Earth and Zen by the Brush.
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Custom and personalized orders
I love custom orders and have happy collectors! There's no better way to express yourself than with your own ideas and designs and i am happy to collaborate. So contact me! Original art has the unique energy of the artist and is well worth the investment in enjoyment. Paintings and cards can be personalized and I am quick and will give you options.
Gift wrapping and packaging
Art and cards are in cello envelopes and gift wrapped in colorful tissue paper - ready to gift - to someone special or yourself!
Wholesale availability
Lets discuss wholesale! Contact me for quantities and costs.
Care instructions
4 x 9 inch paintings fit well in a standard frame 8.5 x 11 with matting
6 x 9 inch paintings fit well in 10 x 13 frame with matting
12 x 12 inch paintings fit in a "album" cover frame perfectly.
In case my wild brushstrokes come close to the edge of the paper, you could "float" art with the matting opening larger than the artwork.
Traditional scroll mounting is also available, contact me for details.
Shipping and Delivery
I pack and ship via USPS within a day or so to get your artwork to you quickly. I am not responsible for loss by the USPS. I will try and resolve the issue with you, but cannot replace loss by the carrier.
Domestic orders will take an estimated 2-5 days shipping time. International orders will take an estimated 7-14 days, but may take up to several weeks due to customs processing and you will be responsible for VAT customs fees/taxes. Expedited Priority Mail shipping (~2-3 days) and Expedited Priority Mail Express shipping (~1-2 days) are also available with additional costs.