The second annual Lotus and Lion exhibition opened on June 5, 2026, at Shoshoni Yoga Retreat in Rollinsville, Colorado. Curated by Faith Stone, the show features contemporary and traditional works inspired by Buddhist and Hindu spiritual traditions, including Tibetan thangka painting, woodblock prints, prayer wheels, and mixed-media pieces. Artists from Colorado, Nepal, Australia, Canada, California, New Mexico, and Hawaii are represented, with highlights including Jan Michaels' intricate mixed-media work incorporating vintage jewelry and Buddhist symbols, and Joe Arnold's handcrafted copper and wood prayer wheels. The opening reception included Himalayan singing bowl demonstrations by sound practitioner Hanna Kissler.
This exhibition matters because it provides a dedicated platform for sacred art traditions that are often excluded from mainstream galleries, while also helping to preserve endangered artistic practices such as traditional Tibetan thangka painting and woodblock printing. By bringing together internationally recognized artists with emerging local voices, Lotus and Lion expands public understanding of spiritual art and fosters cross-cultural dialogue. The show's success in its second year signals growing interest in art that bridges ancient traditions with contemporary expression.