Tibetan Sacred Art Tour

Today, my colleagues and I went to a local church for the Tibetan Sacred Art Tour 2009 where we watched monks creating a sand mandala. I have never actually watched the process before but have seen photos. I didn't realize that they use metal funnels to place the sand. They have to be very precise in the design despite having a template. All the while, the monks were praying. Interesting process.

Spiritual Retreat

This past weekend was the CAPPE BC spring meeting. We had a retreat versus the traditional business meeting. The ambiance was calming and the day was called "Quiet Day for Nourishment" (and I forget the rest). We were led in guided meditations and given time for artistic expression. That being a mandala. Mandalas are designs that you color. The process is about the color. Sometimes it is an expression of the inner self expressing a theme. People expressed surprise at what came out. The symbolism and choice of colors. We were given opportunity for reflection and meditation as well. It was a good day, much needed.