Friday, January 20, 2012

Asian Arts

Rangoli: An Indian Folk Art



 Tibetan Sand Mandalas: Created by Tibetan Monks





Suminagashi: The Ancient Art of Japanese Marbling






Chinese Lanterns for Chinese New Year


Learn about the last day of Chinese New Year, The Lantern Festival!

Red Envelopes for Chinese New Year:




Red envelopes are mainly presented at social and family gatherings such as weddings or on holidays such as the Lunar New Year. The red color of the envelope symbolizes good luck and is supposed to ward off evil spirits.



Chinese Dragon and Lion Dance:

Dragon Dance

Lion Dance

Can you spot the similarities and differences??





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