Today I came across the Japanese concept of Wabi-Sabi - the art of imperfect beauty. For me (who is so drawn to things that are aged, flawed and full of time-worn character), the idea conceptualises everything I've ever found beautiful.
Books & Bottles - I love you!
Essentially, Wabi-Sabi is a philosophy of aesthetics that revolves around the recognition of the transient nature of earthly possessions and the corresponding celebration of the process of aging.
Bunny Box full of treasures
Put simply, the impermanence and incompletion of all that surrounds us makes our lives more beautiful.
I have five rulers in my drawer, but this one is my favourite
Loosely translated, Wabi means "a taste for the simple and quiet" while Sabi refers to the "patina of age".
This rusted old ink stamp is now a door stop
Finally I have found a way of describing my passion for all that is pre-loved and imperfect in this world :)
It is such a beautiful day in Sydney today... Sunshine is pure happiness don't you think? It makes the world a warm, wonderful place to be (only 37 days til Spring!).
I found these chandeliers hanging at Rozelle markets this morning and I can't tell you how magical they appeared...
I found this piece of drift wood and little sea urchin last weekend at Bundeena - they now sit on my desk to remind me of the beach. The ash coloured wood is so smooth and the sea urchin so rough, they provide perfect contrast to one another.
