The Way of the Mandala
This crazy quilt inspired mandala was created using a mixture of acrylics and collage papers.
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Sunday, November 12, 2017
1:00 - 5:00 pm Instructor: Stacy Wills Artist-in-Residence, Allison's Wells School of Arts and Crafts For centuries, mandalas have served as sacred symbols. In Tibetan Buddhism, monks create these sacred symbols from sand. When finished, these delicate works of art are swept away as a reminder of the impermanence of life.
This workshop will include a brief overview of the history, uses and examples of mandalas. Mandala is a Sanskrit word which simply means "circle." The circle represents the universe and is a useful tool for meditation. We will then enter into a time of creative exploration as each person creates their own personal mandala. No previous art experience is necessary, and all supplies will be provided. |
Stacy Wills
Stacy Wills
Artist in Residence at the Allison's Wells School of the Arts and Crafts
A native of Savannah, Georgia, Stacy Wills has lived in Mississippi since 1985. She is a contemplative artist who enjoys working with a variety of traditional mediums such as acrylics, water colors and photography, sometimes combining them with digital technology in a process she developed called "sacred altering."
Stacy is currently serving as guest artist-in-residence at the Allison's Wells School of the Arts and Crafts in Canton, Mississippi where she maintains an open studio for the public and offers classes designed to help others tap into their own innate creativity. She is also a trained spiritual director through The Center for Ministry's Journey Partners program.
Stacy has studied extensively with Christine Valters Painters, founder of Abbey of the Arts, a virtual global monastery offering classes, live retreats and a number of resources which integrate contemplative practices with creative expression. Stacy is a member of the Abby's Wisdom Council, and co-facilitates Way of the Monk, Path of the Artist, a 12 week online course.
In 2013, Stacy joined The Holy Disorder of Dancing Monks, a group of men and women from around the world who seek to live out a compassionate, contemplative and creative life, and in 2014 was initiated into The Sisters of the Belle Couer, a sisterhood of sacred life artisans, founded by Sybil Dana Reynolds, author of Ink and Honey.
Stacy has studied intentional creativity with visionary artist and teacher, Shiloh Sophia McCloud-Lewis.
Stacy and her husband, Dan, are members of Grace Episcopal Church in Canton, Mississippi. They have three children and four grandchildren.
Artist in Residence at the Allison's Wells School of the Arts and Crafts
A native of Savannah, Georgia, Stacy Wills has lived in Mississippi since 1985. She is a contemplative artist who enjoys working with a variety of traditional mediums such as acrylics, water colors and photography, sometimes combining them with digital technology in a process she developed called "sacred altering."
Stacy is currently serving as guest artist-in-residence at the Allison's Wells School of the Arts and Crafts in Canton, Mississippi where she maintains an open studio for the public and offers classes designed to help others tap into their own innate creativity. She is also a trained spiritual director through The Center for Ministry's Journey Partners program.
Stacy has studied extensively with Christine Valters Painters, founder of Abbey of the Arts, a virtual global monastery offering classes, live retreats and a number of resources which integrate contemplative practices with creative expression. Stacy is a member of the Abby's Wisdom Council, and co-facilitates Way of the Monk, Path of the Artist, a 12 week online course.
In 2013, Stacy joined The Holy Disorder of Dancing Monks, a group of men and women from around the world who seek to live out a compassionate, contemplative and creative life, and in 2014 was initiated into The Sisters of the Belle Couer, a sisterhood of sacred life artisans, founded by Sybil Dana Reynolds, author of Ink and Honey.
Stacy has studied intentional creativity with visionary artist and teacher, Shiloh Sophia McCloud-Lewis.
Stacy and her husband, Dan, are members of Grace Episcopal Church in Canton, Mississippi. They have three children and four grandchildren.
This is the Way the Mandala is Made
To enjoy visual meditations and/or tutorials featuring Stacy's artwork, simply click on the titles you see below.
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
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Mandala Meditation Series:
Moments of Bliss Coming Full Circle Creation Two Ways Circles: A Poem by Hafiz A Pause for Beauty |
Tutorials:
Sacred Altering |