Washi: The Art of Japanese Paper
For six weeks in 2013, Norwich is home to a festival of Japanese handmade paper, or washi. The Norwich University of the Arts (NUA) Gallery is showing two unique collections of historic and contemporary washi, demonstrating both continuity and change in this ancient tradition. The International Association of Hand Papermakers and Paper Artists (IAPMA) is also organising two exhibitions, at the Anteros Arts Foundation and Mandell’s Gallery. Paper artists around the world have been invited to submit work that embodies the essence of the Japanese papermaking heritage.
In parallel with these three exhibitions, there will be a one-day conference on Japanese paper on Saturday 16 March, to be held at NUA, several papermaking workshops, and a new book.These events offer a unique opportunity to view and engage with handmade papers from Japan and elsewhere. Norwich has much to offer in addition, as a well-preserved medieval city that boasts a fine cathedral, castle and the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts. Although Norwich is an easy day trip from London and other cities, we hope visitors will extend their stay.
The Gallery at NUA will be showing two collections of international importance: the Parkes Collection (1869-70) from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, and the 21st century washi lent by the Washi:The Soul of Japan Committee in Kyoto. This is the first time either collection has been shown in the United Kingdom; both feature papers made with great skill and of exceptional beauty.
The Gallery at NUA, St George’s Street, Norwich NR3 1BB
12 March – 20 April 2013. Tuesday – Saturday, 12.00 – 17.00. Admission free.
I was lucky enough to watch the Japanese performers.
http://sainsbury-institute.org/news-events/washi-exhibition-of-japanese-paper-and-papermaking/
http://sifa.uea.ac.uk/
http://www.nua.ac.uk/visit/thegallery/washi
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In parallel with these three exhibitions, there will be a one-day conference on Japanese paper on Saturday 16 March, to be held at NUA, several papermaking workshops, and a new book.These events offer a unique opportunity to view and engage with handmade papers from Japan and elsewhere. Norwich has much to offer in addition, as a well-preserved medieval city that boasts a fine cathedral, castle and the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts. Although Norwich is an easy day trip from London and other cities, we hope visitors will extend their stay.
The Gallery at NUA will be showing two collections of international importance: the Parkes Collection (1869-70) from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, and the 21st century washi lent by the Washi:The Soul of Japan Committee in Kyoto. This is the first time either collection has been shown in the United Kingdom; both feature papers made with great skill and of exceptional beauty.
The Gallery at NUA, St George’s Street, Norwich NR3 1BB
12 March – 20 April 2013. Tuesday – Saturday, 12.00 – 17.00. Admission free.
I was lucky enough to watch the Japanese performers.
http://sainsbury-institute.org/news-events/washi-exhibition-of-japanese-paper-and-papermaking/
http://sifa.uea.ac.uk/
http://www.nua.ac.uk/visit/thegallery/washi
Fi - Ireland Ambassador
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