Lama Tashi Norbu
“For me, the flying monks are a symbol of peace. They represent freedom and the inner peace we can find within ourselves. I believe this is the first step to finding peace in the world. In Tibetan Buddhism, the flying monk symbolizes spiritual liberation and the freedom of the mind. It represents a practitioner who has gone beyond ordinary limitations through meditation and has mastered the connection between body and mind. At the center of the painting is the sacred mantra Om Mani Padme Hum, written in a circular form. This mantra represents compassion and reminds us that peace begins in our own hearts before it can spread to others. My hope is that this artwork encourages people to look within themselves, find inner peace, and share that peace with the world”.
Lama Tashi Norbu has his roots in traditional Tibetan art, having studied in his youth in the monasteries. Having the privilege of studying abroad in Europe, he developed into a versatile contemporary artist. After decades of dedication, he is now a master of his craft, marrying the fundamentals of his background in Tibetan Buddhism with his strong influences from western art schools. He performs traditional Tibetan Buddhist ceremonies such as the Sand Mandala, and while he chants Tibetan Buddhist mantras, he paints live, in front of his supporters, accompanied by both Tibetan and Western instrumentals.
“Flying Monks,” raw pigments on canvas with 24-carat gold (211×160cm)