Navajo Sandpainting

Navajo sandpainting is a traditional art form used in ceremonial healing rituals among the Navajo people. It involves creating intricate designs on the ground using colored sands, often depicting symbols of nature, spirituality, and folklore. The process is deeply spiritual, aimed at restoring harmony and balance. Sandpaintings are temporary, symbolizing the impermanence of life; they are typically destroyed after the ceremony. Each design is specific to a purpose, contributing to the healing process. This art serves as both a cultural expression and a form of communication between the Navajo people and their spiritual beliefs.