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Franck, the author of Zen of Seeing, the classic guide, returns with more teachings and instructions. No library descriptions found. |
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"The Meaning of Life is to see," said the seventh century Zen sage Hui Neng. Franck agrees. In this user-friendly paperback he presents techniques for "seeing/drawing," which he has used in workshops over the past 20 years. There are exercises on drawing from the heart, caressing, accenting, catching the lightning, and keeping the artists within attentive.
More than 100 of Franck's exquisite drawings are peppered throughout the book. They ably demonstrate his meditative approach. He notes: "The moment the eye opens up, all becomes equally fascinating, equally inspiring, equally pregnant with meaning." Zen Seeing, Zen Drawing is a wonder-inducing and deeply spiritual resource. The book includes Zen stories, quotations, proverbs, and anecdotes.