Person "Jin"
Moon "Tsuki"
Heart "Kokoro"
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Calligraphy's all about the process and letting the process be seen in the product. This is why abstract characters and scratchy dry brushing are so valuable - they allow the viewer to understand the emotions of the creator. Before painting, the ink must be ground into the stone for about an hour. This relaxes the calligrapher. All strokes are final. You can't redefine a brush stroke or try to improve it, you can only start over again.
Calligraphy has gained a lot of following as a performance art with calligraphers using massive brushes that take many people to hold, etc.
A short video of a skilled calligrapher.
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