Celebrating art, made by contemporary artists, which takes its inspiration from the Pure Land teachings of Buddhism. Whether in traditional forms or new expressions the works communicate the path of the Pure Land Way.
We have been unable to find out the identity of a number of the artists whose works are presented in the gallery. If you are the artist, please contact us at info@purelandartwork.com so we may credit you for your work and discuss possible commissions for new work.
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Taking as a starting point the jewel trees of the Pure Land, Christian Benavides creates a whole environment for us to experience, it gives us a sense of life in the Pure Land. Wonderful!
This is just a lovely vision of the Pure Land. The artist has held closely to the description of Sukhavati in the Contemplation Sutra.
The airbrush effects here for the yellow halo and light beams are great. These new technologies are bringing whole new approaches to illustrating Amitabha’s light.
The collage work here is exquisite.
Perhaps one of the greatest modern depictions of the Pure Land using contemporary techniques.
An image which is very useful in giving the viewer a sense of Amitabha as a being made of light.
A really wonderful image from Christopher Kakuyo Ross-Leibow referencing Amida Buddha's light.
This piece from Christopher Kakuyo Ross-Leibow reminds one of Pop Art screen prints, but the subject matter of the nembutsu (Buddha-name) makes it deeply transcendental.
The layering of images in this collage from Christopher Kakuyo Ross-Leibow sets a mood of joy and deep reverence as the light of Amida Butsu shines out at the viewer.
A modern representation of Honen's dream of seeing Master Shandao.
A contemporary illustration of Shinran, the founder of the Jodo-Shinshu traditions.
A linocut from John Del Bagno reminiscent of the German Expressionists of the 1910's - 1930's.
Delightful piece illustrating daily life in Amitabha's Pure Land.
This piece shows Amitabha and his retinue descending. One really feels that they are coming straight toward them.
This may not be Amitabha, but is exhibited for the lovely translucent lotus and the light effects.
A modern work illustrating Shandao's metaphor of the White Path Between Two Rivers.
This piece places Amitabha within the cosmos, descending to take a reciter back to the Pure Land.
A unique representation of Amitabha holding an addict. Very touching.
An absolutely wonderful image of the Pure Land. The great crowds of Buddhas and Bodhisattvas is truly magnificent.
Pure Land Arts
Pure Land Arts and the Gallery of Contemporary Pure Land Art were founded in order to promote the artistic communication of the Pure Land Way.