One of the most striking features of the “Painting Enlightenment” exhibition is the sixteen-foot wall with gold Heart Sutra text descending downward like rain.
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Painting Enlightenment
Let's Zen out!
in Exhibition
One design element that seemed essential to our exhibition of Japanese scrolls was a zen garden. So long as I met the aesthetic rules required of zen design by our guest curator Paula Arai, working out the construction according to museum standards was the next hurdle.
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With addition of a few simple activities to Painting Enlightenment, with low barriers to participation, we’re encouraging reflection and a shared experience among our visitors that fosters not only a more engaging experience, but also a sense of community and agency.
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in Exhibition
The Advocate's Robin Miller takes a looks at "Painting Enlightenment." (Photo by Robin Miller)
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Art Scouts' Bruce Morgan discusses enlightenment with Painting Enlightenment guest curator Paula Arai.
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The Daily Reveille's Allie Cobb takes a look at "Painting Enlightenment" in advance of its opening. (Photo by Anjana Nair)
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