Andy Weber

The artist Andy Weber spent eight years in India and Nepal studying the iconographic art of Tibetan Buddhism under the guidance of accomplished masters in northern India and Nepal. His unique style is highly respected not only by the growing number of western Buddhists but also by many Tibetan lamas who have commissioned his work. His work has appeared throughout the world in many Buddhist temples, numerous publications and exhibitions. He divides his time between teaching and lecturing all over the world, and painting and drawing for various projects. He is also the artist and co-author with Jon Landaw of the book “Images of Enlightenment”. and has published numerous instruction manuals. Andy taught at Lancaster University for 9 years and one of his paintings ended up at the Potala palace in Lhasa. His artwork and teaching schedule can be accessed through his website: www.andyweberstudios.com

Andy Weber Evening Talk – ‘Why are images important?’

October 17, 2023December 16, 2022 by Andy Weber

About the class

The images of the vast iconography of Tibetan Buddhism can be confusing and it might take years, even decades to dis-cipher their symbolism and deeper meaning. BUT why are they helpful to us in our ordinary life and in our meditation practice? This talk will be on Lama Yeshe’s direct teachings given to Andy Weber, whose mind took decades to understand the meaning. All images are “ten.pa” , objects of support. What is the support? and how is this support helpful in our daily life?

When

13th October , 7 pm to 8.30 pm

Where

Vajrayana Institute
9 Victoria Square, Ashfield

Cost

By Donation (Suggested donation $15)

Suitable For

Everyone

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Andy Weber – Tuition Session

October 17, 2023December 16, 2022 by Andy Weber

About the class

Private tuition sessions: Emphasis on canvas making: Andy’s assistant Anton will demonstrate an easy method; Gold preparation ; shading techniques and outlining. Useful hints to make a tangkha including designs on the robes.

All morning sessions will include a meditation. Please BYO lunch or a plate to share with the group.

NOT TO BE MISSED by budding artists and students.

When

14th & 15th October , 10 am to 4 pm

Where

Vajrayana Institute
9 Victoria Square, Ashfield

Cost

$70 per day

Suitable For

Everyone

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AMITAYUS – DEITY OF LONG LIFE: Workshop with Andy Weber

November 22, 2022August 9, 2022 by Andy Weber

About Amitayus and the workshop

The meditation practises on AMITAYUS, followed by all traditions of Tibetan Buddhism date back to the first wave of Dharma into Tibet, 8^th century. The Sanskrit word Amita means “infinite “and Ayus means life, existence. Guru Rimpoche meditated with his consort, the Indian princess Mandarava in the Maratika cave and had direct visions of Amitayus, who conferred a direct empowerment on both. Centuries later, the direct disciple of Milarepa Reching.pa received the transmission from Tipupa (pigeon master) in India. Tipupa was a follower of Siddharani, the mystic female Mahasiddha from Nepal who received direct visions from the deity to create the TSEWANG, the Long Life Initiation. The practise results in immortality, which in tantric Buddhism does not mean that one lives forever but that one achieves the light-body

This weekend will focus on “Mar.tang” style of painting, which means gold lines on a red background.

COURSE TIME TABLE

FRIDAY – Evening Lecture and Meditation

19 pm – 21.30pm

SATURDAY & SUNDAY – Workshop

10 – 13pm, 14 – 16 pm

Download Drawing Material List here

Download Art Material List here

When

Friday 4th November 7 pm - 9.30 pm, Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th November 10 am - 4 pm

Where

In-person at Vajrayana Institute, 9 Victoria Square Ashfield 2131

Cost

Friday Evening Lecture & Meditation - Suggested donation $15
Saturday and Sunday - $130 for the weekend
or $70 per day

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