TRANSCENDENT SCULPTURES: EXPLORING THE EIGHT-FOLD PATH OF BUDDHISM THROUGH INNOVATIVE ARTISTRY

Shree Kant; Mrigendra Pratap Singh; Sheetal Rana

doi:10.29121/shodhkosh.v4.i2.2023.675

Authors

Shree Kant Department of Sculpture, Faculty of Visual Arts, Banaras Hindu University, Uttar Pradesh 221005, Institute of Design Nirma University S G Highway, Ahmedabad-382481, Gujarat, India
Mrigendra Pratap Singh Assistant Professor, Department of Sculpture, Faculty of Visual Arts, Banaras Hindu University, Uttar Pradesh 221005, India
Dr. Sheetal Rana Associate Professor, Department of Museology Faculty of Arts, Banaras Hindu University, Uttar Pradesh 221005, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v4.i2.2023.675

Keywords:

Buddha, Inter-Most Thought, Eight-Fold Path, Influenced, Sculptor, Stone Sculptures

Abstract [English]

Some artists draw inspiration from their personal experiences, emotions, and perspectives, and may use their art as a means of expressing their innermost thoughts and feelings. Other artists may be interested in capturing the beauty of nature, exploring the human form, or delving into social and political issues. Some artists may be motivated by a desire to create visually stunning or thought-provoking works, while others may be more focused on creating pieces that reflect their cultural or historical identity. Ultimately, Artists' subject matter choices can be influenced It is influenced by a number of factors, including their personal characteristics interests and experiences, their artistic goals and vision, and the broader cultural and social context in which they live. Over the course of history, artists have explored the Eight-fold Path philosophy of the Buddha in a variety of mediums. If an artist were to choose this as a subject for their work, they could approach it in a number of different ways. The artist could explore the challenges and triumphs of following the path, as well as the trans-formative power of enlightenment.
Regardless of the approach taken, an artist who chooses the Eight-fold Path as a subject for their work would have a rich and meaningful philosophical tradition to draw from, offering endless possibilities for creative expression and interpretation. There is a new dimension to right thinking, right speech, right memory, right livelihood, as well as right exercise and right samadhi. A combination of black marble and sand stone has been used to create the sculptures.

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