Grateful for water Logged V2

Japanese Sumi-eSumi-e ArtChinese Brush PaintingAbstract Art
Written By Laura Beaton

I just learned my sumi-e (pronounced soo me ay) painting of Water Logged V2 won an award of Special Merit by the International Chinese Calligraphy and Ink Paint Society (ICCPS) during the 2024 Tokyo Online Exhibition. Talk about a time zone difference! This was the same painting that won first place during the Sumi-e Artists of Canada 2024 exhibition. It is truly is exhilarating to know that I created a piece of art that has been so well received by jurors and the public alike.

The inspiration for this painting was the result of creating an abstract using acrylics on water colour paper (300 lb cold pressed), which I named Water Logged. One and half years later of studying the painting, I finally figured out how to paint something very similar but using asian inks. Japanese paint and Chinese inks are incredibly different in their use and movement versus acrylic paints.

Ultimately, inspiration struck and I arrived at Water Logged V2. I’ve added an image of Water Logged V1 at the end of the carousel. See the similarities?

The original painting measures 24”h x 36”w. I used Japanese paint, Chinese inks on washi (Japanese paper). It was then wet-mounted, and then affixed onto a gallery birch panel.

I am selling limited edition prints of Water Logged V2 so visit https://www.laurabeaton.com/printsforsalebylauraabeatonart for details.

Laura Beaton

Laura Beaton is a Canadian visual fine artist working in Chinese Brush Painting, Sumi-e, mixed media, and Western contemporary abstraction. Her practice brings together Eastern brush traditions and expressive Western abstraction through colour, movement, atmosphere, and intuitive composition. Using earth tones, vibrant accents, organic forms, and layered gestures, she creates works that feel both grounded and expansive, inviting calm, reflection, and emotional connection.

 

Her abstract compositions often suggest natural rhythms, trees, landscapes, and structures of growth without relying on literal representation. Through a thoughtful balance of stillness and energy, soft tones and bold movement, Laura creates visual harmony across the surface. Her work reflects an ongoing interest in presence, coexistence, resilience, and the relationship between nature, culture, and personal experience.

Laura has exhibited in Canada and internationally, with work shown in galleries, museums, juried exhibitions, cultural institutions, and community arts initiatives. Her paintings are held in private, corporate, and public collections, including collections connected to Canada, China, and international patrons. In addition to her studio practice, she contributes as a speaker, juror, consultant supporting artists through mentorship, professional strategy, and community engagement.

https://LauraBeaton.com
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