In 2024, nearly three decades after his mother’s passing, Chu Chen Nan once again put brush to paper to speak to her. In A Letter to Mother, he offers a deeply personal response to her love, wisdom, and enduring influence. Through his calligraphy, he expresses profound gratitude, sending his blessings and hopes that one day, all parents may find peace, free from worldly concerns. Rendered in an unassuming yet expressive cursive script, the composition of this work is rich with emotion. The delicate yet intricate layout reflects a heart overflowing with love, longing, and remembrance. Paired with The Heart Sutra, these two works form more than just a tribute—they become a conversation across time and space. Through the brushstrokes, Chu does not merely look back on the past; instead, he creates a bridge between memory and the present, between absence and presence. Standing before these works, one can sense how calligraphy becomes more than an art form—it transforms into a vessel for emotion, a way to preserve love, and a means to continue an eternal dialogue with those who remain in our hearts.
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