"Inner Joy" by Gloria Rothrock will be on display at the 3rd annual Chi: Art as a Healing Medium exhibit at the Goldenstein Gallery in Sedona beginning November 6, 2009

Find your Chi at Goldenstein Gallery on November 6, 2009

SEDONA, AZ (October 28, 2009) - On Friday November 6^th, Goldenstein Gallery kicks off their acclaimed 3^rd annual Chi: Art as a Healing Medium.  This distinctive exhibition, coupled with free talks by Chinese Zen ”Soul Calligrapher” Alok Hsu Kwang-han and Artist, Activist and Author Mary Fisher, two people who have changed the world, explores the greater healing impact of fine art on our lives.

"I believe art is healing, but it’s very powerful when the intention of the artist is to imbue love and healing energy into the work," says gallery owner Linda Goldenstein,  "Though the featured artists come from a variety of mediums collectively their work reflects that purpose."

The artists featured are sculptor Liz Wolf, Zen Calligrapher Alok, and multi-media artists Sherab Khandro, Mary Fisher and Gloria Rothrock, work in a variety of mediums and styles. This show is part of the 2nd Annual Red Rock Canvas: The Event running Nov. 6, 7 and 8 presented by the Sedona Gallery Association.

Celebrated bronze sculptor Liz Wolf feels that she channels life into images through her artwork.  Fascinated by the connections between humans, animals, spirituality and the world, her work captures the essence of our innermost feelings. Wolf says of her work “When a work of art is not art for art’s sake, but instead holds a place in everyday life it possesses a religious or magical quality and may even capture a 
part of one’s spirit or soul.”

Sherab Khandro’s wish is to inspire the hearts and minds of others through her art. She is one of a handful of western artists to receive formal training in bringing forth the traditional Buddhist art in the way it has been done in Tibet for centuries. Using the neo-impressionist style of pointillism in her paintings, tiny dots of color create rich and vibrant imagery; each stroke of the brush holds a prayer of compassion.  A renowned sculptor, Khandro debuts two new bronze sculptures “Flame of Compassion and “Flame” in this year’s show.

Mary Fisher> is an author, speaker and artist who works across a wide range of media, from handmade paper, fiber art and quilts to sculpture, prints and jewelry. Mary's art is found in distinguished private and public collections throughout the United States and the world. Her art, words, and photographs have been collected in five books. In 2006, her art was exhibited at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, and her sculptures were added to the permanent collection of the UNAIDS headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. 

Multi-Media artist Gloria Rothrock’s need to create and express her passion permeates her life. She sees it as an adventure to be a conduit for Spirit flowing through her heart and hands. Her work celebrates the dance of Spirit, nature, and humanity. A particularly poignant subject has been her version of a Female icon. The icons depict multi-cultural, mixed ethnic women who are meditating. She aptly calls this series the Serenity Sisters and will unveil her Buddha Brothers series.

Alok Hsu Kwang-han is an internationally acclaimed and highly original Zen calligraphic painter from China. His work is a synthesis of the beauty of Chinese calligraphy, the spontaneity of Zen, and the evolution of Western Psychotherapy.

He has brought what he calls “the creativity of non-doing” into trainings for international organizations and business leaders. Alok is best known for his singular work of creating Zen Calligraphic Portraits combined with exploration sessions for individuals, couples, families, and organizations. He has completed more than 1,500 such commissioned works around the world.

Complimenting this exhibition Goldenstein Gallery is hosting a series of free talks by “People Who Have Changed the World.” On Friday November 13^th, 6:30pm, artist, author, and former United Nations Aids Ambassador Mary Fisher speaks “From The Heart.”  Esteemed musicians Suzie Schomaker and Chris Spheeris will perform prior to Fisher’s talk. Completing the series, respected artist and Chinese Zen “Soul Calligrapher” Alok Hsu Kwang-Han speaks on Friday, November 20^th at 6:30pm, on “Contentment Being Oneself”.