A glimpse into the remarkable Life and visionary artwork of spiritual artist and activist David Chethlahe Paladin.
Together, his prose and paintings illuminate a philosophy in which we are all creators and transformers when we respond with openness to our environment and our fellow beings.
A shaman as well as an artist, Paladin was one of the first Native American painters to move beyond traditional themes and styles of painting.
This remarkable book explores the connection between Paladin's public art and his private life, showing how he not only honored his spiritual ancestors but also his personal commitments through the art that he gave to humanity.
David Chethlahe Paladin's art was his life; through it, he fulfilled his desire to serve, to heal, to live compassionately, and to walk the Navajo way of beauty. - Discusses the importance of Paladin's Shamanic history in the creation of his artwork.
- Features commentaries by Matthew Fox and others on Paladin's Life and art. - Looks at the spiritual traditions surrounding the images that Paladin features in his art.
A glimpse into the remarkable Life and visionary artwork of spiritual artist and activist David Chethlahe Paladin