Being more mindful through art means immersing ourselves in the present moment, engaging all our senses. It's about fully observing the colors, shapes, and textures of a painting, feeling the brushstrokes, or listening carefully to the rhythm of a song. Art asks us to slow down, appreciate details, and connect with our emotions. We savor the beauty around us, finding solace and inspiration in artistic expressions. Through art, we cultivate a deep sense of awareness and a profound connection to the world.
Art for me is the ideal outlet for mental health recovery and mindfulness. Digital art is what I use to leave my thought distortions and anxiety where they belong - on the canvas, creating beauty. Each artwork is a journey towards self-discovery and healing.
In the mosaic of life, I've faced challenges that have deeply shaped my narrative - from grappling with PTSD and Depression to navigating past unfortunate missteps. However, instead of being consumed by these adversities, I chose to confront them head-on. This resilient journey led me to the therapeutic world of digital art. Through abstract and illustration art, I found an outlet to channel my emotions, experiences, and aspirations, crafting a canvas that tells a story of triumph, recovery, and self-discovery. Today, every digital brushstroke represents not just my past, but a hopeful vision of the future. Join me as I paint my path forward, one pixel at a time.
To me, digital abstract art is more than just patterns and designs; it's an emotional language spoken through color. Colors are the essence of my inspiration, acting as the most genuine expressions of my internal world. Bold, vibrant hues capture the intensity of my emotions, mirroring the moments when my feelings are most potent, even tumultuous. On the other hand, the gentle, subdued shades reflect my serene and peaceful states, when the world seems calm and harmonious. Each artwork becomes a chromatic diary, recording how I felt in that moment. As you gaze upon my pieces, you're not just seeing colors, but the very heartbeat of my emotions, rendered on a digital canvas.
While my digital abstract art is a dance of colors reflecting my emotions, my journey into digital illustrations uncovers a different facet of my expression. These illustrations, playful and whimsical, are the lighter strokes of my artistic brush, but they're just as honest. Illustrative art, for me, is like turning emotions into characters and stories. Whether I'm enveloped in joy, melancholy, pain, or frustration, these illustrations embody those feelings with a touch of playfulness. It's as if each emotion puts on a costume, turning into a quirky character that tells a tale. So, when you see a timid mouse or a pensive bear in my work, know that they are echoes of my heart, dressed up in playful attire. This duality in my artistry — between the abstract and illustrative — allows me to paint a fuller picture of my emotional landscape, one where emotions don't just have color, but also a playful narrative.
Bhante Henepola Gunaratana
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