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2025 BCA Virtual Art Exhibit
Welcome to our BCA Virtual Art Exhibit! This marks the 5th year of sharing artwork from our Sangha community and friends. Whether you are a first time visitor or a gallery regular, we are happy that you have joined us today. The exhibit continues to grow with participants and entries. Your presence, participation, and words allows for the growth and continuation of the BCA Virtual Art Exhibit. Please encourage others to visit and artists to join in. The exhibit will continue to grow and spread like all of Amida's teachings.
The committee is now referred to as BCArt. A new extension of our exhibit has been an in-person showing during the live BCA National Council meetings. Please look for this added dimension of our efforts to showcase the works of our talented Sangha to all. Thank you very much.
Rev. Dennis Fujimoto
Sangha Artists
Eugene Scott - OCBC
Desert Bonsai - Old traditions become reimagined in new lands.
Kinya Tsuruta - Oregon Temple
Artist drawing of his favorite structures from his travels around the world. This is Byodo Ju Temple in Nara, Japan
Bryan Furumoto - OCBC
Modern depiction of OCBC Hondo but utilizing Rev. Hirata's kanji (OCBC first resident minister)
Patricia Miye Wakida - Oakland Temple
This linoblock print honors my ancestors who have been dedicated members of the Fresno Betsuin for four generations. Celestial Bachan depicts an elder dressed in summer yukata at the single largest Japanese American cultural gathering of the Central Valley: the summer Obon festival. She also represents the historic Fresno Hompa Hongwanji temple on Kern Street, which was the heart of Fresno Chinatown and its Sangha for nearly 100 years. Multiblock reduction linoleum block print on handmade Japanese paper (Shotwell papermill). 13 x 13, Edition of four.
Tessa Asato - White River Temple
This piece is a 36"x18", drawn by pen, ink, and alcohol based markers. It's part of my ongoing White Path series, where I am seeking for inner balance, and I struggle falling into both extreme rivers of fire and water. Sometimes there is more than just the two extremes, my inner demons pop up (instead of bandits), a cloud of depression & anxiety take over (place of beasts), and I endure all kinds of obstacles throughout the journey. Overall, despite the pain and suffering, the Bodhisattva & Amida Buddha are always there, guiding me for balance.
Paula Pietranera - SF Zen Center
"Deep" - 38" x 25"
"Deep" is created by folding 293 interconnected paper cranes from a single sheet of Japanese washi paper, painted with Sumi ink. Using the origami technique of Renzuru (Conjoined Cranes), the work embodies the idea of interdependence—each crane inseparable from the others, every element existing in relation to another.
“The simplicity, the skilled execution, and the deep connection with the creative act in the present moment are what give life to my expression as an artist, on a journey beyond decoration or aesthetic appreciation.”
Paula Pietranera, an Argentine artist based in San Francisco, works primarily with folded paper and sumi ink. Her practice explores repetition, impermanence, and the search for harmony within complexity."
"Deep" is created by folding 293 interconnected paper cranes from a single sheet of Japanese washi paper, painted with Sumi ink. Using the origami technique of Renzuru (Conjoined Cranes), the work embodies the idea of interdependence—each crane inseparable from the others, every element existing in relation to another.
“The simplicity, the skilled execution, and the deep connection with the creative act in the present moment are what give life to my expression as an artist, on a journey beyond decoration or aesthetic appreciation.”
Paula Pietranera, an Argentine artist based in San Francisco, works primarily with folded paper and sumi ink. Her practice explores repetition, impermanence, and the search for harmony within complexity."
Paula Pietranera - SF Zen Center
"Glow" - 22" x 18"
Indigo Star is created by folding 111 interconnected paper cranes from a single sheet of Japanese washi paper, painted with Sumi ink. Using the origami technique of Renzuru (Conjoined Cranes), the work embodies the idea of interdependence—each crane inseparable from the others, every element existing in relation to another.
“The simplicity, the skilled execution, and the deep connection with the creative act in the present moment are what give life to my expression as an artist, on a journey beyond decoration or aesthetic appreciation.”
Paula Pietranera, an Argentine artist based in San Francisco, works primarily with folded paper and sumi ink. Her practice explores repetition, impermanence, and the search for harmony within complexity."
Indigo Star is created by folding 111 interconnected paper cranes from a single sheet of Japanese washi paper, painted with Sumi ink. Using the origami technique of Renzuru (Conjoined Cranes), the work embodies the idea of interdependence—each crane inseparable from the others, every element existing in relation to another.
“The simplicity, the skilled execution, and the deep connection with the creative act in the present moment are what give life to my expression as an artist, on a journey beyond decoration or aesthetic appreciation.”
Paula Pietranera, an Argentine artist based in San Francisco, works primarily with folded paper and sumi ink. Her practice explores repetition, impermanence, and the search for harmony within complexity."
Paula Pietranera - SF Zen Center
"Indigo Star" - 40" x 40"
Indigo Star is created by folding 672 interconnected paper cranes from a single sheet of indigo-dyed Japanese washi paper. Using the origami technique of Renzuru (Conjoined Cranes), the work embodies the idea of interdependence—each crane inseparable from the others, every element existing in relation to another.
“The simplicity, the skilled execution, and the deep connection with the creative act in the present moment are what give life to my expression as an artist, on a journey beyond decoration or aesthetic appreciation.”
Paula Pietranera, an Argentine artist based in San Francisco, works primarily with folded paper and sumi ink. Her practice explores repetition, impermanence, and the search for harmony within complexity."
Indigo Star is created by folding 672 interconnected paper cranes from a single sheet of indigo-dyed Japanese washi paper. Using the origami technique of Renzuru (Conjoined Cranes), the work embodies the idea of interdependence—each crane inseparable from the others, every element existing in relation to another.
“The simplicity, the skilled execution, and the deep connection with the creative act in the present moment are what give life to my expression as an artist, on a journey beyond decoration or aesthetic appreciation.”
Paula Pietranera, an Argentine artist based in San Francisco, works primarily with folded paper and sumi ink. Her practice explores repetition, impermanence, and the search for harmony within complexity."
Joseph R Gotchy - Seattle Temple
I love traveling and making photographs in Japan. Whether color or monochrome, I tend to focus on architectural , and Buddhist as well as Shinto iconography.
Joseph R Gotchy - Seattle Temple
I love traveling and making photographs in Japan. Whether color or monochrome, I tend to focus on architectural and cultural embellishments as well as Buddhist and Shinto iconography. This particular image was taken inside a local Japan Railroad train. I love the symmetry of the seats, the view out the front window, and the fact that the engineer was a young woman with her stylish hat framed by the seats and sunshade. The color and texture of the seats compliments her hat, hair, and shadows. Joe Gotchy (go-chee) josephgotchy@gmail.com
Joseph R Gotchy - Seattle Temple
I love traveling and making photographs in Japan. Whether color or monochrome, I tend to focus on architectural and cultural embellishments as well as Buddhist and Shinto iconography. This particular image was made in a gorgeous park and temple grounds in Osaka. My eye was drawn to the textures and colors of the tree trunk, rope, and lanterns....as well as the splash of orange and reflections in the water. But it's really all about the bark. Joe Gotchy (go-chee) josephgotchy@gmail.com
Joseph R Gotchy - Seattle Temple
I love traveling and making photographs in Japan. Whether color or monochrome, I tend to focus on architectural and cultural embellishments as well as Buddhist and Shinto iconography. When I'm out and about making photographs, I try to do a 360 degree scan of my surroundings as I look up and toward the ground. When I visited this particular temple in Kyoto, I looked up at the roof line and found this weathered embellishment with its various tones of brown, gray and black. With a telephoto lens, I was able to isolate and capture what is for me....a very satisfying image. Joe Gotchy (go-chee) josephgotchy@gmail.com
Joseph R Gotchy - Seattle Temple
I love traveling and making photographs in Japan. Whether color or monochrome, I tend to focus on architectural and cultural embellishments as well as Buddhist and Shinto iconography. This particular image was taken with a 10mm Vogtlander lens at Tokyo Station. The architecture is stunning.....the lighting was a nice blend of natural and electric......and the lens allowed me to capture the building and people as they went about their day. Joe Gotchy (go-chee) josephgotchy@gmail.com
Becky Brendlin Sugiyama - Enmanji Temple
Haystack Rock, Canon Beach, Oregon
Becky Brendlin - Enmanji Temple
Rain’s Gonna Come! This quilled work has over 300 rolled pieces of colored paper.
June DeBusk - Enmanji Temple
Watercolor, pen and wash. Based on block print florals by Kawarazaki Shodo.
June DeBusk - Enmanji Temple
Watercolor. Inspired by the teachings of Rev. Dennis Fujimoto.
Maho Suzuki Garner - Oregon Temple
Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara in Water Moon Form (Suigetsu Kannon)
Maho Suzuki Garner - Oregon Temple
Obon Dance
Ann Nakahira - OCBC
"Orange County Buddhist Church (OCBC)
Origami Crane Project Art Installation
During the COVID-19 pandemic, OCBC Sangha members folded origami cranes as a symbol of Hope, Strength, and Resiliency. Over 3,000 cranes were strung and displayed in the Hondo lobby from May 2021 until January 2023. "
Origami Crane Project Art Installation
During the COVID-19 pandemic, OCBC Sangha members folded origami cranes as a symbol of Hope, Strength, and Resiliency. Over 3,000 cranes were strung and displayed in the Hondo lobby from May 2021 until January 2023. "
Jane Naito - Alameda Temple
Fresh and dried plant material were used to create this Botanical Print.
Jane Naito - Alameda Temple
Standing over six feet tall, this freestanding ikebana floor arrangement features dried agave and banksia flowers.
Teruko Naito - Alameda Temple
My grandmother, Teruko Naito passed away in 2003, at the age of 95. At the time of her death, she was engaged in creating this Kusa-e work depicting the 'Kannon Bodhisattva' from the Amida Triad. Although she had retired from teaching the art of Kusa-e (Japanese Collage technique), she remained dedicated to producing new works throughout her later years. Jane Naito
Mayu Garner - Oregon Temple
"@yu.ma.ma.yu on instagram
When thinking of what to paint for this year, I started initially by flipping through a purple service book and reading the english of the chants that we do weekly. Reading these translations, the sanbutsuge really resonated with me and I wanted to make an art piece with this meaning in mind.
This is a painting of my closet in my bedroom, where I keep my obutsudan most of the time. I initially wanted to make a more straightforward rendition of what is literally in the sanbutsuge, but when that wasn’t working out for me, this image of my obutsudan surrounded by the clothes that I wear daily and my childhood dolls and pictures of my close friends made me realize that this is a reflection of what I found so meaningful in the sanbutsuge and what made me want to use it as an anchor for this year’s submission. "
When thinking of what to paint for this year, I started initially by flipping through a purple service book and reading the english of the chants that we do weekly. Reading these translations, the sanbutsuge really resonated with me and I wanted to make an art piece with this meaning in mind.
This is a painting of my closet in my bedroom, where I keep my obutsudan most of the time. I initially wanted to make a more straightforward rendition of what is literally in the sanbutsuge, but when that wasn’t working out for me, this image of my obutsudan surrounded by the clothes that I wear daily and my childhood dolls and pictures of my close friends made me realize that this is a reflection of what I found so meaningful in the sanbutsuge and what made me want to use it as an anchor for this year’s submission. "
Shawna S. Truong - Enmanji Temple
“Baby Blue Jays and Blossoms” by Shawna S. Truong. Embroidered tapestry on 14-count ivory cotton Aida (11”x20”), featuring cross stitches, half cross stitches, back stitches, and French knots. Artist email: sstruong891@gmail.com
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