Shoka Stonelake is a Japanese‐style art instructor specializing in Shodō (calligraphy), Sumi-e (ink painting), and Etegami (postcard art). Born in Fukuoka, Japan, and raised in a Buddhist temple family, Shoka grew up immersed in Japanese culture and the arts. After moving to the U.S. and raising her child abroad, she developed an even deeper appreciation for her heritage—and a desire to share it through teaching.

 

Since 2010, Shoka has led a Japanese-immersion art program for both youth and adults. She holds certification from Bunka Shodō Japan and has been teaching calligraphy since 2017. In January 2024, she also led a Sumi-e workshop at the Portland Japanese Garden, and she regularly collaborates with Arts for Learning Northwest. In addition to hosting private workshops, Shoka teaches weekly art classes in local public schools, helping students of all ages discover the joy of traditional Japanese art forms.

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 北九州大学外国部学部卒業 / 1996年渡米カリフォルニア州立大学教育心理学修士号卒業 / 日米で教育とメンタルヘルス業務 / 2010年日本語プリスクール寺子屋創立 / 2016年文化書道学会書道師範取得 / 2017年書道会和桜の会設立 / 現在絵手紙＆書道教室主宰 / 趣味：ウェルネス全般, 発酵食、ヨガ、華道、菜園