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Contemplative Art and Liberation—How it Works Part II – HIGHLIGHT
by John McQuade The great Dharma Master Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche presented the Buddhadharma and was the progenitor of the Shambhala teachings. He also was a dharma or contemplative artist in disciplines such as Ikebana, calligraphy, poetry, theatre, photography, “elocution” and so forth. On various occasions he taught the principles ... continuePosted November 20, 2023 by Jillian_Johnson
Contemplative Art and Liberation: How it works (#1) – HIGHLIGHT
By John McQuade “ When the warrior-students experience an environment where the dralas are present , where reality is present, where the possibilities of sanity are always there they can appreciate the mountains, the clouds, sky, sunshine, trees, flowers, brooks…intensely bright red and blue, brilliant white and ... continuePosted March 21, 2023 by Jillian_Johnson
Covid–19 and the Color Red: On Contemplative Mind – HIGHLIGHT
by John McQuade During this period of the covid-19 event , with its emphasis on social isolation, I have engaged more than usual the contemplative practices of Nalanda Miksang contemplative photography. Through these practices, I realize that contemplative mind is completely free of covid-19 and more decisively ... continuePosted November 26, 2020 by archives-staff
“Art Happens”: Life in Stills
By Anne Anderson Saitzyk Captions added by Jennifer Holder Gentle Weapons Served Afresh Count the Feet Grey’s Rest Within the Fold Bagged for Rebirth continuePosted April 23, 2019 by Jennifer Holder
Finding Vastness – HIGHLIGHT
Joining painting, photography, and meditation by Karen Iglehart Some of you have seen my paintings at Karme Choling and know of me as a painter. Many of you reading this may know me through Shambhala programs. I would like to share the photographic aspect of my artistic endeavors. As ... continuePosted October 13, 2017 by CGH
First Thought, Best Thought – HIGHLIGHT
Sometimes interesting coincidences happen…. by Michelle Welch I was browsing the Phoenix Shambhala Twitter feed and came across this photo posting from Lion’s Roar: The photographer included this comment: “In this monochromatic moment, as birds take flight, dark lines dissolve into textures. It’s a rich example of fresh seeing.” continuePosted June 23, 2016 by CGH
Lessons Learned from Being Underwater – HIGHLIGHT
BoseARTS COLUMN Finding Balance in a Contemplative Life by Julie Dubose Recently, I had the great pleasure of returning to Royal Roads University in Victoria, B.C. with Michael Wood to teach Opening the Good Eye and Making Contact, the first two courses in our contemplative photography curriculum. We felt ... continuePosted June 16, 2014 by
Trusting Everyday Magic – HIGHLIGHT
A Contemplation On Snapshots of Basic Goodness versus Contemplative Photography article and photos by John McQuade Is there a difference between “feeling good” and the connection with basic goodness? How do images communicate basic goodness? Miksang is a Tibetan word that translates as “good eye.” This form of contemplative photography ... continuePosted April 19, 2014 by
What is Miksang Really? – HIGHLIGHT
Miksang image by April SiegfriedInvestigating Contemplative Photography article by Julie DuBose, Director of Miksang Institute photos by students of the Miksang Institute There are many people these days that feel a connection to contemplative photography, and it can be confusing and difficult for the aspiring contemplative photographer to clarify ... continuePosted April 7, 2014 by
Nothing Happens and We Notice It – HIGHLIGHT
Contemplative Photography in Hawaii by Charles Blackhall Traveling from the middle of a Canadian winter to the sun-drenched shores of Hawaii is a welcome feast for the senses. Bright blue skies, fragrant tropical flowers, azure waters lap the shore. Our bare feet love sink into the warm sand. ... continuePosted March 29, 2014 by
Participating in a Dance of Energies: An Interview with MaryBeth McBride – HIGHLIGHT
What was your first thought when you saw the word Miksang? Our Tallahassee group could barely pronounce the word Miksang. We liked the idea of Good Eye, [Miksang means Good Eye in Tibetan.] it peaked our curiosity. Ten people quickly signed up for the first ‘Contemplative Photography’ class. Through ... continuePosted May 19, 2009 by
“I am Miksang.” An interview with Miksang teacher, Maxine Sidran
Maxine Sidran: I first saw the word Miksang on a calendar at the Toronto Shambhala Center. My response was to the word that followed it: photography. I have practiced photography my entire adult life, and the fact that it had showed up at a meditation center ... continuePosted April 20, 2009 by