asymmetry kanso the irregular
simplifies in one fluid expressive
tranquil kanso simplifies the circle
a disciplined creative non practice
of calligraphy once used forms
platos perfect objective strength
elegance mind incomplete
and the former a case of character
allowing reason toward brushstroke
why apply sumi-e enclosed in might
the man is born perfect dies perfect
practice of
drawn horses
encase the brush
Source:
- Rich, Adrienne. “Necessities of Life.” Collected Poems: 1950-2012. , 2016. Print. Page 167.