First published 2017
Nancy Wilson Ross examines the visual and creative expressions that emerged from Hinduism, Buddhism, and Zen traditions. Ross traces how religious philosophy shaped artistic forms across centuries and cultures. She connects temple sculptures in India to monastery paintings in Tibet to garden designs in Japan. The book shows how spiritual beliefs created distinct aesthetic approaches. Ross demonstrates how artists used color, form, and space to express religious concepts. She explains how meditation practices influenced creative techniques. The book reveals how sacred art served both worship and teaching purposes in different societies. Ross offers readers a guide to understanding the spiritual foundations behind diverse artistic traditions.
Genres: art, religion, non-fiction, buddhism, art-history, hinduism
Vibes: intimate, lyrical, thought-provoking
Tropes: educational, informative
Setting: India, Tibet, Japan
Period: Centuries
Paperback · Shubhi Publications