Tibet 101

The Layers of Meaning in a Thangka Mandala

The Layers of Meaning in a Thangka Mandala The art of the thangka, particularly the mandala thangka, is not merely about colors and forms, but a rich tapestry of symbolism...

The Layers of Meaning in a Thangka Mandala

The Layers of Meaning in a Thangka Mandala The art of the thangka, particularly the mandala thangka, is not merely about colors and forms, but a rich tapestry of symbolism...

Thangka Mandala Art A Journey into Sacred Geometry

Thangka Mandala Art A Journey into Sacred Geometry In the serene quiet of a Tibetan monastery, a thangka painter sits cross-legged, his brush poised over a canvas. At first glance,...

Thangka Mandala Art A Journey into Sacred Geometry

Thangka Mandala Art A Journey into Sacred Geometry In the serene quiet of a Tibetan monastery, a thangka painter sits cross-legged, his brush poised over a canvas. At first glance,...

Thangka Mandalas A Journey into the Cosmos

Thangka Mandalas A Journey into the Cosmos Step inside a temple or a skilled artist’s studio in Tibet, and you might feel like you’ve entered another realm—one imbued with the...

Thangka Mandalas A Journey into the Cosmos

Thangka Mandalas A Journey into the Cosmos Step inside a temple or a skilled artist’s studio in Tibet, and you might feel like you’ve entered another realm—one imbued with the...

Mahakala The Fierce Guardian in Tibetan Thangka

Mahakala The Fierce Guardian in Tibetan Thangka When we delve into the world of Tibetan thangka paintings, Mahakala greets us with a visage that can be as intimidating as it...

Mahakala The Fierce Guardian in Tibetan Thangka

Mahakala The Fierce Guardian in Tibetan Thangka When we delve into the world of Tibetan thangka paintings, Mahakala greets us with a visage that can be as intimidating as it...

The Enchanting Symbolism of the Lotus in Thangk...

The Enchanting Symbolism of the Lotus in Thangka Art In the vivid, meticulously detailed world of Tibetan thangka art, every element is imbued with layers of meaning. Among these, the...

The Enchanting Symbolism of the Lotus in Thangk...

The Enchanting Symbolism of the Lotus in Thangka Art In the vivid, meticulously detailed world of Tibetan thangka art, every element is imbued with layers of meaning. Among these, the...

The Art of Acquiring a Thangka A Journey into T...

The Art of Acquiring a Thangka A Journey into Tibetan Spiritual Craftsmanship If you've ever stood in front of a thangka painting, you know it's more than just art; it's...

The Art of Acquiring a Thangka A Journey into T...

The Art of Acquiring a Thangka A Journey into Tibetan Spiritual Craftsmanship If you've ever stood in front of a thangka painting, you know it's more than just art; it's...