The Celestial Galleries

Available for the first time in a single volume, this one-of-a-kind keepsake from master painter Romio Shrestha collects every piece of stunning artwork from his internationally best-selling books Celestial Gallery and Goddesses of the Celestial Gallery, alongside never-before published paintings. This collection features insightful commentary from Ian A. Baker and a foreword from Deepak Chopra. Boldly reinterpreting the age-old Tibetan and Nepalese art form known as Thangka, this book offers beautifully detailed representations of mandalas designed to inspire in the viewer a heightened state of intention and clarity.Why You Should Read? Features striking artwork from master painter Romio Shrestha and his team of artisan monks, rendered in hauntingly powerful detail using rare substances like hand-ground malachite and lapis. Includes a foreword by world-renowned spiritual leader Deepak Chopra and illuminating commentary from cultural historian Ian A. Baker. Showcases a wide array of celestial beings, including White Tara, Green Tara, and the Medicine Buddha, perfect for meditation and reflection. Presented in a high-quality, large-format collector’s edition that serves as a beautiful keepsake for art lovers and spiritual seekers alike. About the AuthorRomio Shrestha is a master painter and director of a school of artist-craftsmen in the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal. His work is celebrated globally and can be found in prestigious collections including the British Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum, and the American Museum of Natural History. He is renowned for his postmodern interpretations of traditional Tibetan Thangka painting, utilizing ancient techniques and rare materials to create intricate, meditative depictions of enlightened realms.