Thursday, January 19, 2006
Visual Effect - Beauty
I may aswell continue with McNiffs' work as the book (Art Heals) is really helping me put alot of what I feel about art into a neat view.
There is an oft-recited Hadith (saying of the Prophet):
There is an oft-recited Hadith (saying of the Prophet):
"God is Beautiful and He loves beauty"
Mcniff speaks about this in the art-work visual artists make. He argues that it is the act of looking at the work which defines what "art medicine" is all about.
I cannot agree any more.
We are taught that to look at the Kabah entails many rewards and blessings. A simple action but one which entails a deeper process of healing for man - as he gazes towards the House with a desire to lose himself in its' entity and give himself into its' refuge.
Looking at art is immensely pleasurable. What more can a soul desire when what one sees is a reminder of the Divine?
This was one of the reasons why I started the work on the concept of The Garden over 18 months ago. I have found that just thinking about this aids me in appreciating an attachment for it, as the place of origin. The meadows are disappearing quick and we are losing sights which reminded us of those celestial moments.
But on canvas, well -
The ability to invoke a sense of harmony, a spirit of peace and a moment of tranquillity helps those 'looking' to attain some form of equilibrium in their lives. For essentially it is not the art-work but the Message itself which causes the spirit to excite in Remembrance.
That is why I chose for the website, the motto:
"Verily in the Remembrance of Allah do hearts find tranquillity"
The Quran - Chapter 13, Verse 28
I cannot agree any more.
We are taught that to look at the Kabah entails many rewards and blessings. A simple action but one which entails a deeper process of healing for man - as he gazes towards the House with a desire to lose himself in its' entity and give himself into its' refuge.
Looking at art is immensely pleasurable. What more can a soul desire when what one sees is a reminder of the Divine?
This was one of the reasons why I started the work on the concept of The Garden over 18 months ago. I have found that just thinking about this aids me in appreciating an attachment for it, as the place of origin. The meadows are disappearing quick and we are losing sights which reminded us of those celestial moments.
But on canvas, well -
The ability to invoke a sense of harmony, a spirit of peace and a moment of tranquillity helps those 'looking' to attain some form of equilibrium in their lives. For essentially it is not the art-work but the Message itself which causes the spirit to excite in Remembrance.
That is why I chose for the website, the motto:
"Verily in the Remembrance of Allah do hearts find tranquillity"
The Quran - Chapter 13, Verse 28
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Walaikumaslam,
And thanks for stopping-by at Camel-Land :-)
>>>Inspiration?
Really? Not at all. the Inspiration is from the Inspirator Alone - not me! Alhamdulila, and ameen may I become worthy of these noble attributes.
You do art? Hold on are you the one who left the comment on the 'Arts Auctions' entry a while back?
What medium do you use?
Any piccys anywhere?
Wasalam
And thanks for stopping-by at Camel-Land :-)
>>>Inspiration?
Really? Not at all. the Inspiration is from the Inspirator Alone - not me! Alhamdulila, and ameen may I become worthy of these noble attributes.
You do art? Hold on are you the one who left the comment on the 'Arts Auctions' entry a while back?
What medium do you use?
Any piccys anywhere?
Wasalam
Walaikumslam
Meany man? Hmmm I know what you mean - some people have skills and expertise onll in their field of knowledge not in the delivery of it! Often most people forget that to know is not the same as to teach others.
Beads hey? May I ask if this is a woman I am conversing with as it makes for a strange encounter indeed finding that a man is making cards and using beads :)
!Wahoo!
No pictures anywhere - :-/ Never mind InshaAllah feel free to email them or we will see them one day when thee is rich and fomous!
Finally, I know what you mean about time. I studied a non-arty field and re-discovered my art a decade later! Tranquilart is about making time for creativity and it's great to know that you have started on that - in your own little way.
Wasalam,
Meany man? Hmmm I know what you mean - some people have skills and expertise onll in their field of knowledge not in the delivery of it! Often most people forget that to know is not the same as to teach others.
Beads hey? May I ask if this is a woman I am conversing with as it makes for a strange encounter indeed finding that a man is making cards and using beads :)
!Wahoo!
No pictures anywhere - :-/ Never mind InshaAllah feel free to email them or we will see them one day when thee is rich and fomous!
Finally, I know what you mean about time. I studied a non-arty field and re-discovered my art a decade later! Tranquilart is about making time for creativity and it's great to know that you have started on that - in your own little way.
Wasalam,
Walaikumasalam
yep - a bloke with beads and a needle - lol ... although some blokes do...
Sometimes we do lock ourselves out of peoples' reach, especially those who are in the capacity of 'teaching' us or facilitating us in some manner. That does happen. Also, those who make us question ourselves and our abilities are sometimes seen as a threat. Although they are not making us do anything wrong - we see them as a threat as they make us look deeper within and pull out hidden treasures that we have stored away, and which we like to forget about.
The road to fame and fortune for Tranquilart? Hmmm.. well - the former: Fame? What does that actually mean? To be known by others? That is so easy to do nowadays.. But to be known by yourself is true fame :-) In regards the latter - no shortage of fortune. It is the collective prayers and wishes everyone has so generously given me that makes me a richer person than in bygone times :o)
Yes it would be nice to get some more details on you - do email me, pictures and a location. There are always opportunities flying around :-/
Wasalam, duas
Bint-eh Adam
xxx (as your a gal!)
yep - a bloke with beads and a needle - lol ... although some blokes do...
Sometimes we do lock ourselves out of peoples' reach, especially those who are in the capacity of 'teaching' us or facilitating us in some manner. That does happen. Also, those who make us question ourselves and our abilities are sometimes seen as a threat. Although they are not making us do anything wrong - we see them as a threat as they make us look deeper within and pull out hidden treasures that we have stored away, and which we like to forget about.
The road to fame and fortune for Tranquilart? Hmmm.. well - the former: Fame? What does that actually mean? To be known by others? That is so easy to do nowadays.. But to be known by yourself is true fame :-) In regards the latter - no shortage of fortune. It is the collective prayers and wishes everyone has so generously given me that makes me a richer person than in bygone times :o)
Yes it would be nice to get some more details on you - do email me, pictures and a location. There are always opportunities flying around :-/
Wasalam, duas
Bint-eh Adam
xxx (as your a gal!)
salaam, just want 2 say sister, iv been checking out your site, and i think yr work is amzing, i luv the way you express your feelings through your art wrk mashallah, its beautifull, im an Alevel textiles student, and i also did AS art for a yr, n want 2 say u've givin me alot of inspiraion, so thank u so much, i didnt even kno tranquil art existed, up and till now.
luv shulz
luv shulz
# posted by 
: Tuesday, July 18, 2006 10:56:00 am
: Tuesday, July 18, 2006 10:56:00 am
Hey Shulz :-)
Walaikumslam
Thank you - ALhamdulila. And welcome to Camel-Land :-)
Shulz is a female name right???
I told my friends about your message - gosh they were so touched and moved - just like me! I take it your under 19 if you are doing your A levels - and with that text message-like comment LOL You gave it away all too easy!
InshaAllah, I am here if you need anything I can assist with. I do have friends who are in varying arty fields: printmaking / photography / textiles etc etc
Take it easy mate!
Wasalam, duas
Bint-eh Adam :-)
Walaikumslam
Thank you - ALhamdulila. And welcome to Camel-Land :-)
Shulz is a female name right???
I told my friends about your message - gosh they were so touched and moved - just like me! I take it your under 19 if you are doing your A levels - and with that text message-like comment LOL You gave it away all too easy!
InshaAllah, I am here if you need anything I can assist with. I do have friends who are in varying arty fields: printmaking / photography / textiles etc etc
Take it easy mate!
Wasalam, duas
Bint-eh Adam :-)
salam sis, hope ur alrite, yeh shulz is a female name, but its mor of a nickname, iv adopted, hehe, but my real names sheuly, and yes your rite about my age, im 18.
And i might just take u up on tha t offer, if i ever need help on my textiles wrk, i mite just ask 4 your help.
Neway sis take care
wa'salam
And i might just take u up on tha t offer, if i ever need help on my textiles wrk, i mite just ask 4 your help.
Neway sis take care
wa'salam
# posted by : Monday, July 24, 2006 4:59:00 pm
: Monday, July 24, 2006 4:59:00 pm
Walaikumslam :-)
Shulz, I think you must be the second Sheuly I have come across :-D
Aaah 18? you cutey - I'm over a decade your senior dear ;-)
Yes, if you need any help, advice etc - just bug me here.
Look after yourself and let us know how you progres x x x
Wasalam, duas and love x x x
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Shulz, I think you must be the second Sheuly I have come across :-D
Aaah 18? you cutey - I'm over a decade your senior dear ;-)
Yes, if you need any help, advice etc - just bug me here.
Look after yourself and let us know how you progres x x x
Wasalam, duas and love x x x
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