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Why You Need Washi Collection(Post)
Introducing customers to new-to-them materials can be challenging — especially if that something new seems delicate, rare, unfamiliar and, maybe, expensive. They don't know how the ...
Washi and Printmaking(Post)Washi loves ink. That is the first thing you need to know when asked about selecting Japanese paper for printmaking. Printmakers often have very specific demands of the paper they are using and ar ...
Introduction to Sekishu Washi(Post)The history of papermaking in the Sekishu / Iwami area of the Shimane Prefecture — goes back centuries. According to Kamisuki Chohoki (A Handy Guide to Papermaking published in 1798), Kakinomoto No ...
Ask the Artists: Washi and Water Media(Post)"Can I use Japanese paper for watercolour?", is one of the most-asked questions we encounter. Well, "Yes, of course, but..." You know how it goes. Japanese paper loves wet media, but it simply does ...
Oguni Washi: Papermaking in Snow Country(Post)In the village of Oguni, located in Niigata Prefecture of Japan, washi production has been passed down through families for over 300 years. It started as winter work for regional farmers, isolat ...
Bring Your Questions and Examples! Summer Washi Clinics(Post)Since The Japanese Paper Place began 41 years ago, washi has been increasingly perceived as a versatile material by artists, conservators, and designers. Many have developed their own unique ways of ...
Don’ t miss out! — Washi Art Exhibition(Post)“Washi Sisters: A journey” opens on October 5, 2022, at Propeller Art Gallery in Toronto. This unique exhibition is by six artists, finding their individual voices by exploring the exce ...
Support local artists! Washi Artists’ Sale 2024(Post)Our Annual Washi Artists' Sale is coming! This year, it will be on Saturday, November 23rd! This invitational event is in support of artists who are dedicated washi users, and also provides t ...
Suminagashi on Washi — Workshop Report(Post)On September 17, we had an opportunity to host a suminagashi workshop with artist/instructor Dominique Prevost. Dominique was born in Québec City and now resides in Oakville, Ontario, a renowned ...
Support local artists! Washi Artists' Sale 2023(Post)Our Annual Washi Artists' Sale is back again this year on Saturday, December 2nd!This event is in support of artists who are dedicated washi users, and also provides the perfect opportunity for you t ...
Support local artists! Washi Artists’ Sale(Post)Our Annual Washi Artists' Sale is in person again on Saturday, December 3rd! This event is in support of local artists who are dedicated washi users, and also the perfect opportunity for you to find ...
Heritage Washi Selection for "Longevity — Call for Submission"(Post)What does "Longevity" Mean to You? The Japanese Paper Place wants you to show us with your art — on Heritage Washi! We will host a juried show to be on exhibit at The Japanese Paper Place in cel ...
Washi Summer Fun(Post)It’s summertime, and that means there are so many new opportunities for creative adventures, both indoors and out. Are you wondering what to promote to your customers from afar, or those regulars who ...
Paper Handling: Cutting Washi with Care(Post)Given the task of dividing a large sheet of paper into smaller, more manageable sizes, what do you do? Your first thought may be to use a straight edge and a utility knife. When it comes to breaki ...
Washi Staples at Student-Friendly Prices(Post)So much back-to-school hype focuses on stationery, back packs, and new shoes, but what about back-to-school for the college and university crowd? Especially the art students! You want to prepare your ...
Join Us on Washi & Water Media Wednesdays(Post)Love your new watercolour paints but have had limited success on washi? Searching for a fresh paper look for your plein-air outings? This summer, join us for Washi & Water Media Wednesdays, ...
Celebrate with Us! — The JPP Open House(Post)As you already know, this year is our 40th anniversary. In appreciation of your long-term friendship and love of washi, we are having an open house on Thursday, November 17, 12 - 6pm.Sekishu wa ...
Washi Drawing Club, Online! Exhibition(Post)Washi Drawing Club, Online! (WDCO) is a friendly, online gathering of artists who love to explore drawing on washi. On the fourth Wednesday evening of each month for three consecutive months a gr ...
Made With Clay(Post)Included in our Heritage Washi collection are several papers that are made with the inclusion of clay. These papers were traditionally used for backing scrolls. The inclusion of clay in the pap ...
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