The images for this dress - which the Shaman named Babaji - were part of a series of artworks based on the inspiration of Kriya yoga and the bringing together of the journey to self-realisation, and the actual journey through time and our connection to the land. The beauty of a flower shining with the beauty of the soul. It is a series of artworks that have the images of the masters layered with drawings that are manifestations in imagery of the flow of energies and a photos of nature.
The Shaman was staying at Ananda in California as artist-in-residence producing a series of works culminating with a major exhibition of artworks inspired by the Kriya yoga tradition and the community. The landscape at Ananda is amazing and fills one with awe - a wonderful place to set up a community based on the principals of raja yoga and self realisation. In the farthest corner of the village there is the beautiful crystal hermitage blooming with flowers high up above the valley of the Yuba river. The Shaman sat in the garden breathing in the peace of the warm California days before committing to paper and computer the energies of creativity flowing through him.
The series of four artworks feature the images of the masters and each captures the sensibility of gurus as they appeared before him. Two of these were used for the garment. Lahiri Mahasaya is at the front with the sterner countenance of Sri Yukteswar Giri at the back.
The idea was never really to produce a dress but that the imagery might take the form of ritual shirts as worn for prayer. This evolved into a more wearable garment that is evocative and decorative. In the Shaman's work, his desire is to bring together the sensibilities of the journey to self-realisation and the earthiness of our place on this planet. In this way he perceives the imagery as ethereal and non-existent being placed in time, and space on the body - the representation of our foundation and roots in the earth.
The garment is a one off wearable art piece. It is digitally printed in finest quality silk beautifully made. It is a UK size 10 -12 and is for sale. Please email The Shaman for further details and price.
All original artworks are available as limited edition greetings cards, limited edition fine art prints and one off works on canvas. See side bar for further details.
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All images © Robert Burton
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