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Nagomi Art : Hope and Healing

 I decided to try a Nagomi Art session just out of curiosity. Honestly, I’m not great with art, drawing, or even picking colours. But since I had some free time and the workshop was free, I thought, why not?

After the class, I got curious and started digging into its history. Here's what I found:

Norikatsu Hosoya, the founder of Nagomi Art, was inspired by a deeply personal experience involving a close friend who was seriously ill. During his friend's hospitalization, Hosoya created a pastel artwork of cherry blossoms to lift his friend’s spirits. He accompanied the gift with an invitation to see real cherry blossoms together once his friend recovered. 

The gesture of hope and healing left a profound impact when they eventually fulfilled this promise. This episode opened Hosoya's eyes to the potential of art as a tool for emotional healing and a source of optimism, which later became a cornerstone of the philosophy behind Nagomi Art.


7 Facts about Nagomi Art

1. Origins: Nagomi art was founded in Japan by Hosoya Norikatsu. The term "Nagomi" means "harmony" or "peace," reflecting its aim to promote relaxation and emotional balance.


2. Medium: Soft pastels are the main medium, applied and blended with fingers to create smooth, dreamy textures.


3. Themes: Nagomi art often features serene landscapes, nature-inspired designs, and symbolic imagery like flowers, moons, or seasonal elements, making it visually calming.


4. Therapeutic Benefits: It’s widely recognized for its therapeutic effects, helping to reduce stress, enhance focus, and encourage mindfulness.


5. Tools: Apart from soft pastels, Nagomi artists use materials like sponges, stencils, erasers, and Q-tips for precision and effects, adding intricate details and enhancing their artwork.


6. Inclusive Practice: It is designed to be non-competitive and welcoming, encouraging participants to focus on the process rather than the outcome, making it ideal for beginners.


7. Portable Setup: Unlike many art forms, Nagomi art requires minimal materials and space, making it convenient to practice anywhere, especially at the parks.


 which one is mine? :D

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