The blog
Stories, guides and curiosities about suiseki, sumi-e ink painting and Japanese culture, told from our workshop in Calabria, Italy.
Welcome to Pietra e Inchiostro
A small workshop in Calabria: stones found on the seashore and paintings born from brush and ink. Here is who we are and what you will find here.
Suiseki in Italy: exhibitions, associations and where to see them
Where to see suiseki in person in Italy: the big bonsai and suiseki exhibitions, the associations, events in the South and how to get started.
Why suiseki and sumi-e captivate people all over the world
A stone and a little ink: why do suiseki and sumi-e win over enthusiasts all over the world? Wabi-sabi, slowness and one-of-a-kind pieces.
Gift ideas: original, handmade Japanese art
Looking for an original gift you won't find anywhere else? A handmade suiseki or sumi-e painting is unique, carries a good wish and lasts forever.
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