Jewell House Gallery Opening Reception Vol.17: “ZEN: GRATITUDE in MOTION” with TAISAN

46 E21st Street, 3rd FL, New York, NY, 10010

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DATE: Monday, JUNE 8th
TIME: 6-9pm
Event Address: 46 E21st Street, 3rd FL, New York, NY, 10010

Contact us at (646) 932-1227 or info@jewellhouse.nyc

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*Please note to RSVP as soon as you can, we have limited capacity for hourly slots. At JEWELL HOUSE, we are constantly exploring how art can become a living experience, something that is not only seen, but felt in the body, in time, and in breath.

Calligraphy is not still.

Ink is not quiet.

And gratitude is not passive.

We are honored to present “ZEN: Gratitude in Motion” — A Solo Exhibition by TAISAN

JEWELL HOUSE is proud to present Gratitude in Motion, a solo exhibition by contemporary Japanese calligrapher and ink painter Taisan.

Based in New York City, Taisan is known for his dynamic live performances and modern reinterpretation of traditional Japanese calligraphy. His practice bridges heritage and innovation, transforming brushwork into a living, expressive language that carries emotion, energy, and presence.

Beginning his artistic journey in Tokyo in 2000, Taisan quickly gained recognition through exhibitions across Japan, later developing his signature style mojiface, a visual language that transforms Japanese characters into expressive, human-centered forms. Through this practice, language becomes image, and writing becomes an emotional experience rather than a fixed form.

In 2011, following the Great East Japan Earthquake, Taisan was invited by Japan’s Ministry of Defense to perform a live calligraphy piece in front of American and Japanese officials as a gesture of gratitude to the U.S. military. The chosen word, “Gratitude,” reflects the essence of his work, connection, humility, and shared humanity expressed through movement and ink.

Since relocating to New York City in 2015, Taisan has continued to expand his practice internationally through exhibitions and live performances across Europe and beyond. His work invites audiences to experience calligraphy not as tradition alone, but as something immediate, emotional, and alive.

For this special opening night at JEWELL HOUSE, TAISAN will be performing an exclusive live painting experience at 7:30pm, transforming the space through the energy of movement, ink, and presence. Each gesture becomes part of a fleeting moment shared between artist and audience, an unrepeatable expression of gratitude in real time.

At the conclusion of the performance, the completed live painting, valued at $1,500 will be gifted to one lucky guest selected through a random drawing during the Opening Reception evening.

Through this exhibition, Taisan shares a simple yet powerful message: expression is most alive when it is felt, not just written. Each stroke becomes a moment of presence—an unfolding of energy between body, breath, and emotion.

What does gratitude look like in motion?

“ZEN: Gratitude in Motion” — A Solo Exhibition by TAISAN is on view for 3 months, from JUNE 8th –AUGUST 31st, during operating hours at JEWELL HOUSE (10am–7pm daily).

On View: JUNE 8th –AUGUST 31st

Hours: 10am–7pm daily

All artworks are available for purchase. Please inquire.

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JEWELL HOUSE is not only a sanctuary for art and beauty, it is a space rooted in wellness, community, and connection. In alignment with our community-oriented mission, we regularly collaborate with local artists, energy workers, and holistic practitioners to create offerings that nourish the mind, body, and spirit.

For this special day, we are delighted to offer complimentary wellness services in celebration. These experiences are designed to deepen your connection with the essence of JEWELL HOUSE: a place where art, healing, and human connection flow together seamlessly.

Please join us for our Gallery Opening Reception, where you can enjoy complimentary treatments, refreshments, and beverages in an atmosphere of creativity and care.

To sign up for treatments, please ask at the front desk when you check in. It’s first-come, first-served, so if you’re interested in securing a slot, we recommend arriving a bit earlier during your scheduled time.
“ZEN: GRATITUDE in MOTION ” – with TAISANand Wellness Collaborators>Sound Meditation Room by Natalia Perlaza Collaboration collaboration with featured ART WORK– with Crown Activation by Brianna Davis/ Conscious Crown product Acupuncture Jewelry by MINAFaith Cosmetics – facial demonstration to experience Faith Collagen Anima Mundi – natural herbal elixersBOTAPIA – Japanese medicinal tea tasting *** CASH / Venmo gratuities are greatly appreciated for our kind wellness & beauty collaborators for participating! We will provide venmo info for every booth at the reception party.

NEW MOON PRODUCTS SONOMI KOBAYASHIYOSHIEYELASH Eyelash ProductARCHTECTY STUDIOCandle BrandZOFI & CLAY Leg Cup Ceramic Artist based in BrooklynAQUA MAREE Collage artist designing original tarot cardsPUBLIC GOODS Store specializing in sustainably produced lifestyle items and healthy food. Their items, including hand soaps and hand creams, are available at Jewell House. SOPRANOLABS Gluten free product, “SOPRANOLAB”s Bath Salt is available at Jewell House.Dranft beer by ORION beerCraft Sake by KATO SAKE WORKSMore to be announced …