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The exquisite Japanese hikaru dorodango, or shiny mud ball, is created by rolling earth by hand into a perfect sphere and polishing it until it gleams. Not only are the results truly impressive, but this calm and meditative practice, once a playground game, has been rediscovered as a peaceful pastime. Known for inducing flow, the ultimate state of happiness, this simple art is being adopted by people of all ages. Alongside beautiful photographs of the process, master dorodango maker Bruce Gardner covers every aspect of making and finishing your dorodango, accompanied by inspiring words on the mindful qualities of this earthy activity.

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9781786274984

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The coolest thing you didn't know you needed to see. * Buzzfeed * Artist Bruce Gardner is a master of [this] curious Japanese artform. * This is Colossal *

Artist Bruce Gardner is a master of [this] curious Japanese artform. * This is Colossal * The coolest thing you didn't know you needed to see. * Buzzfeed *

""The coolest thing you didn't know you needed to see."" * Buzzfeed * ""Artist Bruce Gardner is a master of [this] curious Japanese artform."" * This is Colossal *

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Based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Bruce Gardner has not only mastered the art of making dorodango, but also added his own changes to the technique. He runs workshops on the process and has featured his work in a film with National Geographic.

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