David Lee Roth is doing Japanese ink painting… and he’s really good at it too

LAS VEGAS, NV – MAY 27: Singer David Lee Roth of Van Halen performs at MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 27, 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by David Becker/Getty Images)

Everyone’s been trying to find new ways to fill their free time during the pandemic.  David Lee Roth has found a new creative outlet in the form of “Sumi-e.”  That’s the art of Japanese ink wash painting that utilizes shading and varying ink density provided by the artist.

The Van Halen lead singer has been posting his work to Twitter, including messages in his works of art that are mostly thoughts he’s had during the pandemic.  Check out some of his work!  You can see more on Roth’s Twitter page.

CBS News

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