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A lover of cows, Anavadya visited Amma's ashram, Amritapuri in India, and got to walk in the cow festival.
"My art is dedicated to my spiritual mother and guru,
Amma, (Mata Amritanandamayi) with the desire
to bring joy and upliftment to others."
"I was inspired to relate Sanskrit verses and mantras with my art
as a way to add more spiritual understanding and depth.
Sanskrit is an ancient language used for purification of mind and heart, whether through chanting, writing, or reading. "
To learn about Amma go to www.amma.org
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Artist Bio & Workshops
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Anavadya's art is collected worldwide, including originals, prints, cards, and book publications. In 1993 she had her artwork in a United Nations exhibition entitled, "Bertha von Suttner and Other Women in Pursuit of Peace" at Geneva, which toured Europe for 3 years. Anavadya received her fine art education from Ringling School of Art & Design in Florida, with a BA in art education from TCNJ. She also: studied Sanskrit under Sri Brahmananda Sarasvati; presented her art/yoga slide shows at the Dr. Dean Ornish institute in Sausalito, yoga/health centers in San Francisco, and upstate New York.
Currently, Anavadya is offering mandala art workshops in central NJ.