Phurba Namgay, a graduate and instructor at the Institute for Zorig Chusum in Thimpu, Bhutan, brings his Buddhist thanka paintings to Stony Brook. His thankas, painted or embroidered Buddhist banners which were traditionally hung in a monastery or a family altar, represent some of the best examples of contemporary thankas and mandalas and are on display throughout Bhutan. Namgay uses traditional methods of thanka painting including preparing his own canvas, using paints of minerals and natural pigments, and brushes of natural animal hairs. Namgay's visit also includes an artist's workshop at the Wang Center. In this hands-on workshop, Namgay will guide and demonstrate participants in the creation of the thankas he has spent a lifetime pursuing. All are welcome.

Opening Reception & Artist Talk: February 7, 5:00–6:30 pm Student Activities Center (SAC) Gallery


Workshop with the Artist: February 7, 11:00 am Wang Center Skylight Lobby


For directions, please go to http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/directions.shtml.


Will run from Feb. 7th to Feb. 28th 2007 at the SAC Gallery.
SAC Gallery Hours: Tuesday–Friday, 11:00 am–5:00 pm