{"product_id":"thangka-painting-and-meditation-an-introduction-to-sacred-geometry-presence-florencia-sanchez","title":"Thangka Painting and Meditation: An Introduction to Sacred Geometry \u0026 Presence | with Florencia Sánchez","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunday, December 13\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e11:00 am - 1:00 pm ET\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn-Person | $35\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThangka painting is a contemplative practice that unites creativity with internal exploration. Through symbols, figures, and sacred geometry, participants can observe their internal state, cultivate concentration, and express qualities such as compassion, clarity, and calm on the canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this introductory session to a longer course beginning in 2027, we will explore:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Geometry of Calm: Introduction to sacred proportions as a practice of gentle permanence (samatha) to train a centered mind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive Visualization: Understanding line and form as an external manifestation of inner qualities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-Judgmental Observation: Transforming initial difficulties into opportunities to recognize frustration as a temporary state.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe session will begin with the preparation of a sacred space and the establishment of an intention to help transition from daily activity into a state of focused presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe basic geometry instruction will be based on the main Buddha image, covering proportions and the importance of lines in the process of learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this first introductory session, we will work on the basic geometry of a seated Buddha's body and head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe workshop is open to anyone interested in beginning their exploration of Thangka painting and meditation. There is no need for any special painting skills or previous experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequired Materials (To Be Provided by Participants):\u003c\/strong\u003e Paper (or sketch block), pencils, rulers, sharpener, eraser, and a support base for paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePRESENTER BIO\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/2466\/4855\/files\/69622615-1007-4f38-a447-4f5fb4c1c321_-_florencia_sanchez.jpg?v=1793566093\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"373\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFlorencia Sánchez, born in Guadalajara, is an architect by profession, as well as a yoga and meditation instructor and art therapist. For over 28 years, she has delved deeply into yoga philosophy, Buddhism, meditation, and alternative therapies under the tutelage of various masters, philosophers, and doctors. Florencia took refuge under Lama Tony Karmam 14 years ago, when she received her name Padma Karma for the second time. Over the last 12 years, she has studied traditional painting techniques under Master Pema Rinzing in New York City. This fusion of disciplines allows her to use Thangka painting as a tool for meditation and expanding consciousness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Event","offers":[{"title":"Dec 13 | Thangka Painting \u0026 Meditation | In-Person | $35","offer_id":68182261170455,"sku":"prog-261213than","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/2466\/4855\/files\/TibetanTankgaDrawingCourse-SQUARE.png?v=1793651168","url":"https:\/\/shop.thus.org\/products\/thangka-painting-and-meditation-an-introduction-to-sacred-geometry-presence-florencia-sanchez","provider":"TIBET HOUSE US NYC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}