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Chenrezig, the Bodhisattva of Great Compassion Tibetan Buddhist Art Workshop
In this Tibetan Buddhist art workshop you will learn how to draw the Bodhisattva of Great Compassion according to the Tibetan thangka tradition. Avalokiteshvara (“One who hears the cries of the world”) is the Bodhisattva of Compassion and protector of Tibet. He is the Buddha of the famous mantra om mani padme hum, and the Dalai Lama is considered to be the earthly incarnation of Avalokiteshvara.
When:
July 22, 2016 7:00pm to July 24, 2016 5:00pm
Where
In this Tibetan Buddhist art workshop you will learn how to draw the Bodhisattva of Great Compassion according to the Tibetan thangka tradition. Avalokiteshvara (“One who hears the cries of the world”) is the Bodhisattva of Compassion and protector of Tibet. He is the Buddha of the famous mantra om mani padme hum, and the Dalai Lama is considered to be the earthly incarnation of Avalokiteshvara.
Long ago Avalokiteshvara vowed not to return to Nirvana until all living beings had been liberated from suffering. In this four-armed form, sitting in the full lotus posture, he represents the four immeasurable qualities of a Bodhisattva: love, compassion, joy, and equanimity. Avalokiteshvara reminds us that awakening is not an escape or retreat from personal problems, but rather reaching outward and embracing the entire world with the love and compassion of our heart.
The workshop comes with a short meditation, lecture, and individual guidance. Through the slideshow/talk on the subject you will learn everything about the background and meanings of this Buddha and his mantra in the Tibetan tradition.
The course is suitable for everyone, including beginners with no drawing experience. Beginners can also choose to draw the Buddha’s face and the face of Chenrezig instead of the complete Buddha.
Schedule:
Friday, July 22
7pm-9pm: Lecture
Saturday & Sunday, July 23-24
10am-12:30pm Art Workshop
12:30pm-2pm Lunch Break
Sat: 2pm-6pm Art Workshop
Sun: 2pm-5pm
Materials to Bring:
Two sheets of thick drawing paper (minimum size 18×24? but preferably bigger), HB pencil (or a refillable lead pencil), a long ruler (preferably 18-inch and with both inches and cm) and an eraser.
Workshop Fee:
Workshop: $180
Shantideva Meditation Tibet House, and Nalanda Institute Members: $162
Please note: this workshop is limited to 20 participants and requires payment upon registration.
Registration:
To register, please click here.
Cost:
Workshop: $180
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