LILA

Visionary Art, Contemporary Sacred Art, Outsider Art

Global sacred arts initiative

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From the forges of the far western wing of the Elvish Nation in Canadia, comes an innovative new incarnation of the galactic trading card oracle complex. This global arts initiative celebrates the potentials of the present moment and explores creative approaches to integrating planetary consciousness with cosmic perspectives. In the light of Lila, this visionary culture community building initiative includes artists and designers from all continents of the world, coming together to reflect a mosaic of magic.

Due for release at Summer Solstice, this entirely non-profit project is seeking support to cover its core costs by pre-selling subscriptions at a special low price. For only $100 including free international shipping you will get 50 cards mailed out each month over a 25 month period. Support this grassroots global arts initiative by subscribing to this unique and innovative art card oracle deck. Contact [email protected] for more details or visit https://yotyiam.com

E-Cigarettes Can Help Smokers Quit

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Electronic cigarettes were originally marketed as smoking cessation device until FDA restrictions dictated that personal vaporizers were not officially approved as a medicinal device. Regardless, users of electronic cigarettes can opt to purchase “e-liquid” for their vaporizers that does not contain nicotine.

This provides a clear benefit to smokers who aren’t only addicted to the nicotine, but to the motions associated with smoking. E-cigarettes (often used with a power bank) allow smokers and former smokers access to the psychological needs that go along with smoking without exposing those individuals to the cigarettes themselves.

Electronic Cigarettes Have No Smell

While almost all non-smokers find the smell of cigarette smoke unappealing, many smokers feel the same way. Electronic cigarettes provide a realistic smoking experience without the unpleasant odors associated with smoking. Electronic cigarette smokers don’t have to leave the window open, burn incense, or spray air freshener on a regular basis to diffuse the smell of cigarette smoke in their homes. The water vapor released by personal vaporizers dissipates in the air almost instantaneously – leaving no odor behind.

Robert Beer – Visions of the Divine

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Lila very much recommends a visit to the brilliant October Gallery and Robert Beer’s talks.

Robert Beer

Robert Beer has studied and practiced Tibetan Art for the past forty years and is now recognized as one of the foremost scholars in this field. Over the past fifteen years he has been working closely with the finest Newar artists and Tibetan thangka painters of the Kathmandu Valley to create the most comprehensive collection of contemporary Newar Buddhist and Hindu tantric art.

Art of the Orishas – Opening May 3rd

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The spirits of the African diaspora continue to be a living and vibrant part of peoples lives. This show includes a blend traditional and modern interpretations of these spirit, their stories and ceremonies.

Artists include:
Tasha Menary 
Monica Bodirsky
Xris Kukiel
Fleur McGregor
Kit Currie
Andrew McGregor
Lydia Knox
Ayoluwa Taylor
Rootwomin
Oshunguna

Opening Reception Thursday May 3rd, 7–9pm
Show runs May 3rd – June 7th.

Please share this invitation with folks you think would be interested. If you are interested in hearing about future calls to artists and shows please “like” The Hermit’s Lamp.

Odd Nerdrum Granted Appeal

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In a dramatic turn of events, the internationally renowned painter Odd Nerdrum has been granted a new trial in the Norwegian appeals court. His two year prison sentence has been overturned amid growing allegations of faulty evidence and infractions of the legal process during the trial.

Because his prison sentence was less than six years, the probability of being granted an appeal in Norway is incredibly low. Thus, the choice to overturn the sentence requires serious concerns about the district court’s verdict. The appeals court stated that it specifically wanted to review questions over a sum of $300,000 taxed in Iceland in 2003, as well as to re-consider Nerdrum’s explanation that this fiasco began due to some 40 paintings that had melted due to experimental techniques.

The date of the new trial has not yet been set.

To all those who have supported Odd Nerdrum during this trying time, thank you! Our efforts have been successful! Thank you to Michael Gormley and Allison Mallafronte for publishing The Nerdrum Affair in American Artist Magazine! I truly believe you have played an influential role in securing a fair trial for Odd Nerdrum. Thank you to Brandon Kralik, Alexey Steele, and Otto Rapp for your great efforts to make this case visible. And last, but not least, thank you Bork and Ode Nerdrum for doing such a great job with freeoddnerdrum.com!