Vedic Art
What is Vedic Art?
Curt Källman,
fine artist.
1938 -2010
Photo: https://www.vedicart.com/
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Vedic Art was developed by the Swedish artist Curt Källman after receiving the 17 principles for art and life, from Maharishi Mahesh Yogi (founder of Transcendental Meditation) . Curt created a method that combines academic painting with the Vedic philosophy.
The ancient Veda teachings explain that any knowledge needed to create is already present in ourselves: it is part of our human nature. The way to remember this hidden knowledge and to activate the natural skills that are present inside ourselves passes through 17 phases, which you are taken through from the very beginning. Vedic Art is for everybody. It isn't important whether you followed an artistic education or have no painting experience at all. “Vedic Art does not teach how to paint. Vedic Art is a way to remember how to paint and how art can be created. From the very start, when we hear about the seventeen Vedic Principles of Art, we begin to remember the whole story of life, from where we come, and where we are going. ~ Vedic Art founder, Curt Källman~ |
What happens on a course?
Courses take place in a very congenial atmosphere and in a natural setting.
The 17 principles are practical tools to open our creativity. They are all different aspects of the creative totality.
They talk about our natural human life and creativity, they look familiar, we recognize them from life or if we painted before.
Every day, we come together for one or more short times, depending which course you follow, where the teacher presents the principles one by one.
Then, you are free to paint.
Freedom is the key to the experience: Vedic Art is interested in awakening you to take responsibility for your own process.
Your teacher is present for consultation and support, but does not interfere in your personal space during your painting. It's a peaceful time.
There is no comparison, no judging, no comment: it is about your own personal journey.
As the course progresses, discovery tends to deepen, and realization may awaken and arise in you in a very natural way.
The 17 principles are practical tools to open our creativity. They are all different aspects of the creative totality.
They talk about our natural human life and creativity, they look familiar, we recognize them from life or if we painted before.
Every day, we come together for one or more short times, depending which course you follow, where the teacher presents the principles one by one.
Then, you are free to paint.
Freedom is the key to the experience: Vedic Art is interested in awakening you to take responsibility for your own process.
Your teacher is present for consultation and support, but does not interfere in your personal space during your painting. It's a peaceful time.
There is no comparison, no judging, no comment: it is about your own personal journey.
As the course progresses, discovery tends to deepen, and realization may awaken and arise in you in a very natural way.
Who is Maryse?
Maryse Alen is a Belgian artist who has taught Vedic Art since 2012. She now lives in Spain (Frigiliana) and gives courses there and in Belgium. Her enthusiasm and commitment to teaching people who wish to begin their own journey with Vedic Art are strong and gentle, informed and genuine.
There's lots more about her here: About Maryse.
What do people say about Maryse's courses?
“I did the vedic art basic and follow up course and soon I'll be doing the teacher course at Maryse Vedic Art Spain as well. I was a bit nervous at first but from the first moment I met Maryse I felt a connection and immediately felt comfortable. There at Maryse in Capileira in southern Spain it is so beautiful and peaceful, the location in itself brings so much peace and serenity. Maryse is a beautiful person, she radiates peace and quiet, she is funny and when she talks, you immediately feel that it comes straight from her heart. She shines and lives Vedic Art,you just feel that. I am so grateful.
Thanks to Vedic Art I found myself completely, there, my heart opened up again. Everything has started flowing again and I am back in balance with myself.
I love myself and this is the first time in my life. I feel radiant and happy with who I am, what I look like, what I do and how I do it. Vedic art came to me at the right moment in my life. And was passed on by the right person Maryse with the right intention and in the right place in Capileira (Southern Spain)
I wish everyone this unforgettable journey.
It is unbelievable how Vedic Art works, in a very loving and subtle way. I recommend Vedic Art courses to everyone at Maryse in Spain. It's an incredible life experience that you will enjoy the rest of your life.
For me, this was the life experience that brought me back on my path of life. I still enjoy it every day. It is a beautiful process and a love-full way of life.
Vedic art spain is a unique place with beautiful nature and a great location to paint, relaxing and to find yourself again.
I am very grateful. Thank you Maryse you are great! “
Vanessa
For someone used to dealing with thought and working things out with words, this was a whole new experience. There was a primitive non-verbal element to the painting that engaged my psyche in an undifferentiated way. Each day, in her clear and gentle way, Maryse introduced guiding principles that were both a theme and a focus. Then I let my thoughtless psyche work it out on a canvas in whichever fashion it wanted to. I found myself in these extraordinary natural surroundings where other individuals were quietly going about their own process in such a peaceful and mutually supportive atmosphere, where competitiveness had no place. I don’t think I’ve ever experienced that before. It was as if Maryse was the prime mover and catalyst for what happened during each day, without ever breaking the spell of what individually we were doing. At one point, the painting took me back to infancy, but with my adult mind. The paintings remain with me, physically and mentally, as meditations and pointers to who I am and I want I truly need in my life. It will be interesting to go further into the process, into myself, into the Vedic philosophy.
Guy
I didn't know what to expect when I began my journey via Vedic Art! I have always enjoyed painting but had been "blocked" for many years. The process of the course made so much sense to me. It unlocked a sense of pure joy and warmth which felt brilliant after a long difficult and sad time. I promptly bought LOTS of paints and now have a dedicated painting area at home.
During the second course I was moved to tears after the unexpected release of pent up emotions. It was also a very peaceful and relaxing process and lovely to meet others on their journey.
I have been experimenting since then and using the principles of Vedic Art.
I cannot recommend studying Vedic Art with Maryse Alen highly enough.
Wendy
Thanks to Vedic Art I found myself completely, there, my heart opened up again. Everything has started flowing again and I am back in balance with myself.
I love myself and this is the first time in my life. I feel radiant and happy with who I am, what I look like, what I do and how I do it. Vedic art came to me at the right moment in my life. And was passed on by the right person Maryse with the right intention and in the right place in Capileira (Southern Spain)
I wish everyone this unforgettable journey.
It is unbelievable how Vedic Art works, in a very loving and subtle way. I recommend Vedic Art courses to everyone at Maryse in Spain. It's an incredible life experience that you will enjoy the rest of your life.
For me, this was the life experience that brought me back on my path of life. I still enjoy it every day. It is a beautiful process and a love-full way of life.
Vedic art spain is a unique place with beautiful nature and a great location to paint, relaxing and to find yourself again.
I am very grateful. Thank you Maryse you are great! “
Vanessa
For someone used to dealing with thought and working things out with words, this was a whole new experience. There was a primitive non-verbal element to the painting that engaged my psyche in an undifferentiated way. Each day, in her clear and gentle way, Maryse introduced guiding principles that were both a theme and a focus. Then I let my thoughtless psyche work it out on a canvas in whichever fashion it wanted to. I found myself in these extraordinary natural surroundings where other individuals were quietly going about their own process in such a peaceful and mutually supportive atmosphere, where competitiveness had no place. I don’t think I’ve ever experienced that before. It was as if Maryse was the prime mover and catalyst for what happened during each day, without ever breaking the spell of what individually we were doing. At one point, the painting took me back to infancy, but with my adult mind. The paintings remain with me, physically and mentally, as meditations and pointers to who I am and I want I truly need in my life. It will be interesting to go further into the process, into myself, into the Vedic philosophy.
Guy
I didn't know what to expect when I began my journey via Vedic Art! I have always enjoyed painting but had been "blocked" for many years. The process of the course made so much sense to me. It unlocked a sense of pure joy and warmth which felt brilliant after a long difficult and sad time. I promptly bought LOTS of paints and now have a dedicated painting area at home.
During the second course I was moved to tears after the unexpected release of pent up emotions. It was also a very peaceful and relaxing process and lovely to meet others on their journey.
I have been experimenting since then and using the principles of Vedic Art.
I cannot recommend studying Vedic Art with Maryse Alen highly enough.
Wendy
What did the founder say about Vedic Art?
"The seventeen Vedic Principles of Art can be used as a navigation map on our journey along the river of the history of art. We start from a point of silence and one day we reach the ocean of boundless dynamic creativity inside ourselves.To study Vedic Art is to study one’s personal self in a relationship with the great cosmic self. Our inner driving force sets us in motion and guides us step by step into seeing how nature works. We begin to remember how to express ourselves from within, and we dive deeper into the creative process. This leads into expansion on all levels, both in art and in our lives. In Vedic Art it is not necessary to teach anyone how to paint--instead it is the way to remember how it happens.”
Curt Källman
Curt Källman