Nowness

It is about living in the present.

Just as clouds drift across the sky, time too is in constant motion, reminding us of every passing moment. In this design, Tibetan motif clouds are placed against a serene Mandala, a powerful symbol of perfection and totality. Together, these elements present a fascinating paradox about time: it is simultaneously fleeting and eternal. Embracing this perspective allows us to truly live in and value the present moment.

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Sacred geometry is the study of spiritual meaning in various spatial arrangements. In the concentric structure of mandalas, the circle represents the wholeness of an individual - the self, and the square represents the Cartesian dimensions, or one’s surrounding. The mandala describes the awareness of how we, as conscious beings, relate to our cosmos, our world. 

Jacqueline Shiu uses Chinese classical, Tibetan Thangka, & French art nouveau motifs in her paintings to illustrate the truth, the good, and the beautiful. Geometric proportions & symmetry express dignity, righteousness, and order; organic lines & shapes embody the complexity and depth of human emotions; detail & intricacy reflect human dedication and perseverance; and flowers are symbolic of grace and perfection.