"Art is the means by which we communicate what it feels like to be alive"

ANTONY GORMLEY

Arts/Buddhism Intersections

Transforming Minds: Buddhism in Art

Bodhi Obfuscatus (Space-Baby) by Michael Joo<br>
Mirrors, flat-screen monitors, video projection, fiber optic cable, live surveillance cameras, and Gandharan Buddha from late 2nd to 3rd century CE<br>
Installed dimensions variable<br>
Commissioned by Asia Society Hong Kong Center, Hong Kong; originally commissioned in 2005 by Asia Society Museum, New York and supported by the Nimoy Foundation, Los Angeles Bodhisattva Maitreya<br>
Thailand, Buriram Province, Prasat Hin Khao Plai Bat<br>
Copper alloy with inlays of silver and black stone<br>
H. 38 in.; W. 14 1/4 in.; D. 10 3/4 in.<br>
Asia Society, New York: Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller 3rd Collection, 1979.63Asia Society Gallery

Asia Society Hong Kong Center's inaugural exhibition celebrates the beauty and diversity of Buddhism. The exhibition showcases important art pieces from Mr and Mrs John D Rockefeller 3rd Collection as well as contemporoary creations by Asian artists. Related cultural events include a public forum, lecture series and Hong Kong's first International Buddhist Film Festival.

Exhibition
Public Forum
International Buddhist Film Festival 2012 Hong Kong