Exploring Art, Travel, and Spiritual Encounters
Art as a Spiritual Expression: art is a divine thread woven into the tapestry of religious and philosophical traditions. From the delicate brushstrokes of thangka paintings to the meticulous geometry of mandalas, artistic creation is a portal to the divine. In this column, Rebecca is on a constant journey to unravel the profound significance of art within Buddhism and beyond. Through her travels and encounters with artists, masters, and more, she deciphers hidden codes, exploring the intricate intersections of ritual, symbolism, and artistic expression.
Rebecca Wong (Samten Drolma)
Rebecca Wong, an Oxford graduate in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE), has transitioned from the corporate world to a life infused with art, travel, and spirituality. In “Mandala Butterfly,” she invites readers to join her on a transformative journey—a fusion of creativity, exploration, and meaningful connections.
Rebecca Wong speaks with one of Bhutan’s greatest masters of Sanskrit and Tibetan calligraphy, and why he teaches this rare and precious art
Dharamshala’s premier Tibetan artist pioneers creative reimaginings of exquisite thangka art, including a unique tribute to his adopted city
Rebecca Wong channels a travelling dakini and takes us on a journey to monasteries in the Himalayas celebrating Saga Dawa
This year’s Vesak marks the Third Turning of the Dharma Wheel according to the Kalachakra tradition, making May 1 particularly potent
Rebecca Wong explores the line drawn masterpieces of one of modern China’s great artistic scholars, who brought to life Dunhuang’s “baimiao”
Dr. Richard Dixey is on a mission to revive Buddhism in India with a slew of ambitious projects connecting all schools of Dharma
The extraordinary story of a reborn master and son of the royal Bhutanese family, prince-turned-monk and great hope of the Buddhist world
A journey from Thimphu to Hong Kong, to learn from one of Bhutan’s great Nyingma lineage holders and embodiments of Guru Rinpoche
Houseal’s study of broken or severed dance lineages identifies a powerful thread of liberation through physical movement
The Zhung Dratshang Preservation and Antiquities Conservation Center supports the preservation and continuity of Bhutan’s heritage
Rebecca Wong explores the most comprehensive book on Buddhist dance and movement heritage from one of BDG’s veteran columnists
From Nepal to Bhutan, Rebecca Wong traces sacred locations of powerful feminine energies in Laurence Brahm’s movie “The Dakini Code”
