The Owsley Moment

Vivid descriptions of art on display in our part of the state

S01 E45 – Unidentified Nepalese Artist – Mandala – 1800s

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When Buddhist monks craft the sacred patterns of a mandala, every decision communicates a personal statement. Even the different colors denote specific struggles its creator faced in their attempts to reach enlightenment. 

Written by James Schwab
Voiced by Courtney Martin
Produced by Sean Ashcraft in cooperation with the David Owsley Museum of Art and the Ball State School of Art.

Music used in this episode:
Ramkali
Unknown Composer
Recording by Deben Bhattacharya

Original air date: Nov 16, 2017

Unidentified Nepalese Artist – Mandala – 1800s – Photo by Steve Talley

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Created by Ball State School of Art professor Dr. Lara Kuykendall, The Owsley Moment is a brief, informative program that describes one work in the David Owsley Museum of Art's collection every week. Each Moment takes the listener on a small adventure, often telling the history of the piece, recounting the life of the artist, or vividly detailing the characteristics of the work.

The Owsley Moments are written by Ball State art history students. They are produced in collaboration with the David Owsley Museum of Art and Indiana Public Radio and are voiced by Ball State students.

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