Dennis N. Cho Chinese Calligraphy and Korean Brush Painting
Korean Minjok Leadership Academy
Dennis N. Cho (
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Chinese Calligraphy & Korean Brush Painting
“Endless Endeavor”
In the Face of Adversity Medium: Ink on paper Size: 15” x 56” Calligraphy of a Chinese proverb, pronounced “in-saengso-woo-mu-bul-ga” in Korean. No matter how great the adversity, obstacles can always be overcome.
A Gentleman’s Quality Medium: Ink on paper 030 ABSTRACT 101 OIL ON PAPER 26 X 30 CM Size: 18” x 56” 1961- 1962 Calligraphy of a Chinese proverb, pronounced “Gun-jasung-in-mi” in Korean. Like the Confucian gentleman, the gun-ja, one should always learn to bring beauty to the lives of those around him.
A Deepened Mind Medium: Ink on paper Size: 56” x 15” Calligraphy of a Chinese four-character idiom, pronounced “joong-sa-shin-tong” in Korean. This idiom describes how one can realize life’s truths and connect with the Way, through self-cultivation and depth of mind.
The Upright Bamboo
The Pristine Chrysanthemum
Medium: Ink on paper
Medium: Ink on paper
Size: 18” x 27”
size: 18” x 27”
The bamboo is a Member of the Four Gentleman. The upright bamboo plants are met with a fresh wind, as the moon shines on this subtle scene with beauty.
The chrysanthemum is a Member of the Four Gentleman. With the slight dazzling rain, the season of the chrysanthemum is upon us. The chrysanthemum vibrantly glows with the pristine energy of the coming fall.
Orchid Fragrance Medium: Ink on Paper Size: 18� x 27� The orchid is a Member of the Four Gentleman. Even on stone, the orchid plant flourishes, giving off a pure energy with its charming scent from its flowers. The orchid plant resembles the virtuous gentleman, loyal and noble.
Winter Elegance Medium: Ink on Paper Size:18�x27� The plum blossom tree is a Member of the Four Gentleman. The plum blossom tree is known for its subtle yet exquisite grace that blooms through its flowers during the bleak winter. Resembling an elegant person, the plum blossom carries itself with grace and honor.
Solace in Emptiness Medium: Ink on paper Size: 18” x 27” Calligraphy of a Chinese four-character idiom, pronounced “huh-shim-jung-ryuh” in Korean. This idiom teaches the reader to find pure peace of mind by emptying thoughts and ridding preconceived dispositions.
Moral Foundation
Proceed
Medium: Ink on paper
Medium: Ink on paper
Size: 18” x 27”
Size: 27” x 18”
Calligraphy of a Chinese proverb, pronounced “so-yi-bulhak-jang-mu-neung-ya” in Korean. If one cannot absorb certain virtues and values when young, it is even harder to do so when older.
This character symbolizes the act of moving forward – to proceed; to persevere; to continue; to change. A universal trait that we humans all possess is imperfection, regardless of how successful or competent we are. It is important to never get arrogant or too satisfied with the status quo, for it is the act of moving forward that helps us overcome these fallibilities. We must be humble in judging our weaknesses, and we must strive to move forward.
Swaying in the WInd Medium: Ink on paper Size:18” x 27” The endlessly blowing wind, the bamboo trees stay upright and strong – a symbol of foreverness.
Isolation Medium: Ink on Paper Size: 15” x 56” Inside the thickets of a bamboo grove, a house of virtues is built. The isolated bamboo grove represents the scholar who lives with self-righteousness and honesty, separated from the complicated, materialistic world.
Nature’s Answer
Honor and Respect
Medium:Ink on Paper
Medium: Ink on paper
Size: 18” x 27”
Size: 56” x 15”
Calligraphy of a Chinese four-character idiom, pronounced “byuk-gong-ho-wol” in Korean. It explains how nature can be the greatest teacher, as one can find all of life’s answers in the blue sky and the bright moon.
Calligraphy of a Chinese proverb, pronounced “kyung-yi-jikne” in Korean. By honoring and respecting others, you are establishing your beliefs upright.
The Peony’s Scent
Colorful Plum Tree
Medium: Ink on paper
Medium: Ink on paper
Size: 27” x 18”
Size: 18” x 27”
The graceful winds spreads the scent of the peony flower. The peony flower represents growth and nourishment and conveys beauty and adoration. It is known to be the source of good fortune and health.
Spring is upon us, brining the delicate fragrance of the plum blossom trees.
Orchid Under the Moon
Spring Plum Blossom
Medium: Ink on paper
Medium: Ink on paper
Size: 56” x 18”
Size: 18” x 56”
Calligraphy of a Chinese ten-character idiom, pronounced “Hyang-chung-wol-cho-sang-in-deuk-go-in-shim” in Korean. With the clear air and the rising moon, the virtues of the orchid are coming to light, resembling the qualities of our ancestors
Calligraphy of a Chinese four-character idiom, pronounced “Il-ji-mae-dong-ki-choi-chun” in Korean. The plum blossom heralds the early spring.
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