SHODO // Utensils and material list
For UK / Europe based SHODO learners: Course and workshop
I will be adding more info for US based; Australia based….
○Here I list the basic items, you can of course use your current utensils.
I picked the classic items which are standard for Shodo learners and I use for my courses and workshops. I add the alternative options as extra info.
The essential utensils are Ink stone (natural stone preferably not ceramic one),
Ink stick, (+ preferably liquid ink), a brush, paper. I know – not everyone has got all utensils from the beginning. You can first get the essentials and then slowly prepare the rest during the learning process.
【Shodo Utensils】
Basics
-Ink sticks (Sumi)
+Liquid ink (Bokuju)
-Ink stones (Suzuri)
-Brushes (Fude)
-Calligraphy paper (Hanshi)
Extras
-Paperweight (Bunchin)
-Brush holders (Fude oki)
-Waterwell (Mizusashi)
-Tray (Obon)
-Desk pad (Shitajiki)
【Video: Shodo Utensils】
My original video about utensils and materials-classic and alternative ways.
I share insider tips and info. Please have a look.
○I list some links here. You can look around and find the suitable one from the options.
Please also try your local art suppliers or Japanese (book) shops/ Asia shops.
Like this one below.
JP books London
: https://shop.jpbooks.co.uk/stationery/calligraphy/
*one can get the basics here
Ink stick, ink stone(unfortunately no more natural stone, only ceramic), paperweight, brushes
MIYABI Origami Europe
: https://origami-papier.eu/index.php?k=907&lang=eng
*This is at the moment the best possible online shop when it comes to Shodo items in Europe.
Jackson art, London, UK
: https://www.jacksonsart.com/search/?p=4&q=japanese+calligraphy
