Dechen is a new painting from my 'Rinchen' series. This series is named in respect of Tibetan Buddhist culture. I’ve long felt a connection with, and curiosity for, Tibet. The resilience of it's people, who continue to practice compassion and acceptance in the face of unspeakable devastation to their homeland and culture, has been an inspiration to me since I was in my early 20s.
Buddhist teachings continue to influence my art practice, if only as a reminder to be present, where I can feel creativity flowing freely, where I create my best work, or maybe work that’s a reflection of my best self, my best energy.
Buddhism and Tibetan culture emphasise the importance of laughter and joy which reminds me to paint with a light heart. Tibetan language proved a little difficult to source so these latest paintings are named with the help of Jennifer (Choekyi) who was a buddhist nun in India but now lives in Australia. Jen runs the Tibetan Emporium in Buxton NSW. Dechen means great bliss.
With limited knowledge, this is my homage to Tibetan language, some say a dying language. Given their circumstances this sadly seems inevitable. If my paintings exist for a very long time, then they will carry a part of Tibetan culture with them into the future, to share with others.
This artwork is painted on quality 12oz canvas and will come rolled in a tube and will require stretching onto a frame. It can be sent directly to a framer of your choice, or you can select the Bluethumb option for stretching and it will be sent to a Bluethumb framer and delivered to you fully stretched and ready to hang.
The side image of Dechen is to show how the side will look after stretching on a frame.
Please note all images are taken before lacquering (to reduce reflection). Paintings are then finished in two coats of a satin lacquer for protection and longevity.