Etegami (e= "picture"; tegami= "letter/message") are simple drawings accompanied by a few apt words. They are usually done on postcards so that they can be easily mailed off to one's friends. Though etegami has few hard-and-fast rules, traditional tools and materials include writing brushes, sumi ink, blocks of water-soluble, mineral-based pigments called gansai, and washi postcards that have varying degrees of "bleed." They often depict some ordinary item from everyday life, especially items that bring a particular season to mind.
Sending love and hugs right back across the Pacific to you! I am so happy we have *met*.
ReplyDeleteI adore you art.
May 2013 bring health, peace and joy.
♥ Robin ♥
All these stars are so welcome!
ReplyDeleteThks and have a great season with love and friendship!
Many many Christmas wishing stars to you Debbie!
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ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas and Happy New Year! <3
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ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas Debbie!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas and all the best wishes for a New Creative Year.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful Christmas and a New Year filled with little treasures, (etegami).
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