Mandalas …are all around us!. Mandala: In Sanskrit (ancient language), literally translates to “Circle” Mandalas can represent the universe, and our place.

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Mandalas …are all around us!

Mandala: In Sanskrit (ancient language), literally translates to “Circle” Mandalas can represent the universe, and our place within it. What Symbols are included in Mandalas? What is their purpose? What cultures make and use Mandalas?

Mandalas in Nature

One of Nature’s Most Famous…

HISTORY A Mandala is a drawing, usually in the form of a circle or polygon, that is often used as a tool for reflection and centering. Religious or sacred mandalas in India seem to have their origins in Buddhism and Hinduism. Mandalas are made out of sand, and other mediums, such as paint, chalk, stones, collage materials, etc. A Mandala is a drawing, usually in the form of a circle or polygon, that is often used as a tool for reflection and centering. Religious or sacred mandalas in India seem to have their origins in Buddhism and Hinduism. Mandalas are made out of sand, and other mediums, such as paint, chalk, stones, collage materials, etc.

Where in the world are they made? Who makes them? India Tibet Ireland China South America …many more places! India Tibet Ireland China South America …many more places!

Throughout its creation, the monks pour millions of grains of sand from traditional metal funnels called chakpur. The finished Mandala is approximately five feet by five feet in size, and takes three to five days. About Sand Mandalas...

…then the Mandala is dismantled… After all of the sand is brushed away and mixed together, it’s either distributed to the audience or blown out to sea, symbolizing the impermanence of all that exists.

Traditional Indian Mandala

Mandalas from India -Hindu Symbols

Mandalas are drawn outside entrances to homes in India…

How Mandalas are Used Today Mandalas are used as a healing tool in hospitals, support groups, art gatherings, retreats, etc… For spiritual and intellectual balance and well-being. A great exercise for color, design, pattern, shape. Mandalas are used as a healing tool in hospitals, support groups, art gatherings, retreats, etc… For spiritual and intellectual balance and well-being. A great exercise for color, design, pattern, shape.

INSPIRATION

THE PROJECT: Create your own Mandala based on your personality and interests! Let’s brainstorm...list 5 things about your personality and 5 things that interest you. Think about the Principles of Art and how you can use them in designing a Mandala Create your own Mandala based on your personality and interests! Let’s brainstorm...list 5 things about your personality and 5 things that interest you. Think about the Principles of Art and how you can use them in designing a Mandala