Dharma-Rama

An exhibition of art work with a Buddhist perspective opens on Wednesday 6th February at 4pm.

Dharma-Rama are 5 artists from the Wellington Buddhist Centre. This is their second exhibition together.

"We are a diverse group, using different art media and styles to unify a common commitment to spiritual practice."

In their Buddhist group, the development of spiritual friendship and art is an aid to spiritual growth and a higher states of awareness.

“Our Buddhist practice is reflected in our art. We're also interested in how our art collectively and individually may connect with others through that enquiry and practice."

The artists are: Kathleen Beeler, Amalaratna, David Litchfield, Anne Munz, and Achalamuni (Donald Woolford)

Photography - Kathleen Beeler is an award-winning cinematographer with 22 independent feature film credits. For 35 years she worked on motion picture special effects. She lived in California until moving to Wellington in 2007 to work for Weta.

Watercolour Painting - Amalaratna’s inspiration comes from the natural world, of clouds, trees skies and hills with her own unique surreal touch.

Naïve Painting - David Litchfield paints distinctive memorable images, working with pencil and acrylics. His works are layers of stories and intriguing artistic tales.

Painting - Anne Munz has been painting all her life and has had exhibitions in various galleries over the years. A prolific painter, her studio could fill the whole gallery many times over. This exhibition showcases her latest works.

Oil Painting – Achalamuni’s (Donald Woolford) colourful and expressive abstract works are a new direction from his traditional still-life based works since retiring from over 30 years in the public service.