peace within
For some 40 years the writings of Lao Tzu have been an inspiration for my life and underpinned much of my artwork. Here is a particular favourite: The Power in Needing Less Which is dearer: Name or life? Which means more: Life or wealth? Which is worse: Gain or loss? The stronger the attachments, The greater the cost. The more that is hoarded, The deeper the loss. Know what is enough; Be without disgrace. Know when to stop; Be without danger. "Zen Circle" - an original artwork by Martin Adlington Screenprints on kozo paper $US30 + postage "In the Taoist view, individuals who are materially orientated - who identify themselves with their possessions - have no real purpose in the universe other than moving matter from place to place and reproducing other life forms. Materially-orientated individuals cannot evolve because their attachment to, & hoarding of, matter trains the mind to view reality as fixed & unflo...