“1000 prayer's and 1000 kisses”

Group installation sand mandala

“Water Dancing Installation”

Omaru stone dust, spun wool, pebbles & ground corn.

Karma Barnes

“Medicine Mandala”

Soft Pastels on paper 2009
100cm x 100cm

Ekarasa

In Native American spirituality, the Medicine Wheel represents harmony and connections and is considered a major symbol of peaceful interaction among all living beings on Earth. It also symbolizes the inner journey we each must take to find the path of peace within. It is used traditionally in sacred ceremonies for healing and prayer purposes for the soul and the planet. Medicine Mandala Has been inspired after smoking the Peace Pipe in a prayer ceremony for harmony and peace in the world with Shanti Mayi.

the exhibition hall

“Medicine Wheel” & “Water Dance” & “Oasis”

Soft Pastels on paper 2009

Ekarasa

“The Truth of Opposites”

supplejack cane and paper, external light source
1 metre across

second of four lanterns in the Creation series:
manifestation, coming into being
the forces of physicality, the interplay of resistance, movement, gravity, direction
the simultaneous holding of opposing truths.
my mirror offers no resistance,
there is ease and lightness in the reflection;
full the space between.
a cycle of exchange, earth to sky and back, stretching out in the world of form

Moira Barber

“OmNamahaShivaya” by Ekarasa (left)
“Scroll beyond time” by Karma Barnes (right)

“Treasure”

Soft Pastels on paper 2008
100cm x 100cm

This mandala resembles the creation pattern as reflected in Sacred Geometry. This pattern is found in the deepest place in our heart. In our heart there is a union of the Father Sky and Mother Earth And their uniting is the uniting of the forces downwards and upwards, inwards and outwards in equal amounts. In the place where these forces meet a treasure is found and brought forth. That has a quality and brilliance of a diamond and delicate flower-like petals. Dive in the depth of your heart as a treasure is awaiting to become you.

Ekarasa

opening speeches, welcoming our guests

enjoying the results of our hard work

the opening night in full swing

friends and family

posting our publicity posters

time to play

“WALK IN BEAUTY”

oil paint, canvas, ocre, wool & copper support (produced by Tiffany Reeves)

Gentle walk upon the earth
earth temples built
erased by time
leaving only but a subtle imprint

Karma Barnes

“Scroll Beyond Time”

Wool felt, oil, acrylic, canvas, koki bamboo, wax crayon
2.1M x 1.1M

Beyond this moment, eternity
A combination of rustic sophistication this work is presented as an ancient scroll.
Markings as if from the paw of an animal mark the four directions from the central wheel.
The way the wool interacts with the rosco medium sized onto the canvas gives
it an appearance almost like a stretched skin.
“May the voice of peace be heard across the four directions of the land.”

Karma Barnes

“SHARING OF BREATH”

Oil on canvas, merino wool, silk, copper support
1.6M x 2.3M

Sharing the Breath is a global representation
of the new paradigm for co-operative collaboration.
A coming together of all nations, creeds, and wisdom.
The work is inspired by the important leadership of our elders;
the need for our understanding of Grandmother medicine.
It is a humble devotion to the inspirational and significant
work of the 13 Grandmothers Council and the integral medicine
they are sharing with the world.

Karma Barnes

“ SHARING OF BREATH, DETAIL OF WORK ”

Sharing of breath;
meeting with a clear mind
and a peaceful heart.
A smile of respect
for all lands and nations
to join the circle of life
with love and integrity.

Karma Barnes

“ COPPER SERPENT, CHEMINS DU MONDE ”

OIL ON CANVAS, COPPER SUPPORT

Karma Barnes

“EARTH WAYS, WATERWAYS”

Merino wool, Copper hanging
1.2M x 2M

“Some work can really be a struggle, it can push and pull you and you don't know if it is really working sometimes well into the piece, Earth Ways Water Ways, was a pleasure throughout the whole process. It was like there was a clear channel, it was completely sure of its self from the beginning.“

Karma Barnes

harakeke weaving using vegetable based clothes dye

Kylie Fawcett

mix of media

harakeke weaving using vegetable based clothes dye

Kylie Fawcett

“ Cosmic Egg (left)” & “The Truth of Opposites (right)”

Moira Barber

the venue lent itself to a dramatic colourful show,
hung on velvet curtains which gave the works a beautiful flow and movement.

End of the exhibition and the sand mandalas are returned to the sea

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