Tashilhumpo Monastery Dogs
The show, Constance Coleman's Tibetan Journey; The Dogs and Animals of Tibet, opens tomorrow October 16, 2008 at the William Secord Gallery in NYC. Coleman has been a prominent pet portrait artist for 30 years. After turning eighty and traveling to Tibet, she was so inspired, she returned to paint the animals in the Kham region. There, Colman…
"…found many dogs of mixed Tibetan breeds to paint. Some of the dogs were kept as pets, some were guard dogs or shop dogs, and some were the cherished temple dogs. These temple dogs are believed to be the reincarnation of monks who have not yet reached Nirvana, and are therefore very precious to the people of Tibet. Despite their differing roles in society, Coleman found that all of the dogs she encountered were loved, honored, and respected. All had a calm temperament and serene nature, mirroring that of their owners and guardians."
Her paintings capture this serene beauty of this majestic land, and are a true delight for dog lovers, art lovers and anyone who aspires to live a life of adventure and wonder. Amazing!
Protecting the Home
Guard Dogs Playing with the Princess
Shop Dog in Pompi
Guarding Mastiffs in Ganden Monastery
Tibetan Mastiff in Lonang Valley
Show runs until November 22, 2008. Click here for more information.