Sandpainting

Sandpainting is a traditional art form practiced by various Indigenous cultures, particularly Navajo and Tibetan communities. It involves creating intricate designs by pouring colored sands onto a flat surface, forming detailed images that often have spiritual or cultural significance. In Navajo ceremonies, sandpaintings are used for healing rituals, where the artwork symbolizes harmony and balance. After the ceremony, the sand painting is typically destroyed to release the spirits and restore balance to the world. This ephemeral nature highlights the transient beauty of the art and its connection to larger themes of life and spirituality.