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Contemplative Arts Disciplines
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Contemplative Arts
Contemplative arts bring beauty, vividness, and wisdom into our lives and environment. At our Shambhala Center, the arts and other contemplative disciplines are a vehicle for integrating mindfulness and awareness into everyday life. Each represents a genuine contemplative path that further enriches our day-to-day experience.
The New York Shambhala Center offers a continuing series of programs in various contemplative activities and disciplines, led by highly accomplished artists representing both the performing and visual arts. Some programs are offered on a regular basis, others are given periodically. The center also hosts special interest groups who meet regularly to explore contemplative approaches.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS  Kado: The Path of Flowers
Marcia Shibata
June 27 - 29, 2008
Japanese flower arranging, also called Kado or Ikebana, can be practiced as a contemplative art. Under the guidance of Marcia Shibata, students learn to create flower arrangements, and experience Kado as a creative and meditative danc
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Ongoing Contemplative Arts programming includes:
GESTURE
GESTURE is an ensemble of performers, visual artists, writers, craftspeople and anyone interested in the creative process. Through performance and other media, we investigate dharma as a way to understand and experience art. All levels welcome.
Calligraphy & Visual Arts
Flower Arranging: Kado and Ikebana
Miksang: Contemplative Photography Workshops
Kyudo: Zen Archery
Weekly Practice: every Mon 6:15 - 8:45 pm $40/month.
Open to all who take First Shot Beginners Program
www.tokokyudojo.org
First Shot Beginner's Program
November 6, 13, & 20
Contact
info@tokokyudojo.org for more information.
Shambhala Arts
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