SACRED ART
Do you have experience with crafting, fabrication, 2 or 3 dimensional art?
As a fully empowered three-dimensional Mandala, Odiyan is home to many traditional and contemporary Buddhist sacred art forms crafted on-site by resident volunteers. The materials include bronze and other metals, ceramics, concrete, fabrics, wood, glass and stone.
If you are good at working with your hands, we can offer you training in various hands-on art skills.
Buddhist Art Projects for 2027
- Foundry: Lost-wax bronze casting of Buddhist statues at our foundry. Includes wax finish work, creating molds, bronze pour, breakout, finishing, welding, gold plating.
- Clay Stupas: Creation of 186 of the Buddhist monuments (Stupas), formed and fired in red clay.
- Textile Art: Creation and sewing of Buddhist art in brocade and other fine fabrics; thankas, victory banners, punzes, yollwas.
- Sublimation printing and installation: Buddhist art sublimated on canvas, fabric, metal, ceramics and other materials.
Work-Study Program includes:
- Satisfying work for a beneficial cause
- Buddhist classes, study and practice
- Comfortable accommodation
- Nutritious vegetarian meals
- Monthly stipend of $200
Program length: 3-6 months minimum
Seeking new applicants for 2027!
Apply now to start anytime after Feb.1, 2027
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