Vision Antics

2009 12" x 12" WALL CALENDARS
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CALCEL09. Celtic Mandala. Earth Mysteries & Mythology. The Art of Jen Delyth. The Celts perceived the presence of divine forces in all aspects of nature. Patterns of harmony and balance, dark and light, winter and summer, female and male, are woven throughout Celtic tradition.	Celtic knots and patterning reflect their beleif int the continuity of life, the interconnection of all things: plants, animals and otherworldly divinities . A Celtic Mandala 2009 Datebook and Journal are also available. New Jen Delyth Celtic Folk-Soul Cards are now here.

CALTHI09. Thich Nhat Hanh. Combining the graceful paintings of Nicholas Kirsten-Honshin with the words of the renowned Zen master, peace activist and author of over 60 books. Thich Nhat Hanh. Kirsten-Honshin is influenced by the sacred meditational space of the transcendental archetypal symbols of Christianity, Zen and Tibetan Buddhism as well as the shamanistic practises of the world's perennial philosophies.	Thich Nhat Hanh's words appear courtesy of Parallax Press. A Thich Nhat Hanh 2009 Datebook is also available. New Nicholas Kirsten Honshin Meditational Art Cards are now available . Thich Nhat Hanh Journals and Greeting Cards by Nicholas Kirsten Honshin are also available from the Brush Dance catalogue. Calendar Sold out - Plenty of stock of Brush Dance Thich Nhat Hanh Calendar.

CALPOW09. The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle. Photography by David Muench and Marc Muench. In the best-selling book The Power of Now, Eckhart Tolle explains in remarkably clear terms how living in the Now is the truest path to happiness and enlightenment Published in partneship with New World Library.	Each month pairs wisdom quotes by Mr. Tolle with the spectacular photography of David and Mark Muench. Tolle is a widely respected teacher whose views go beyond any particular religion, doctrine or guru showing us how we can access our deepest self by living fully ,and intensely, in the Now.

CALINT09. In The Garden of the Heart. The Meditational Art and Poetry of Nicholas-Kirsten Honshin. Taoist symbols, ancient imagery and the gentle reflection of nature meet and merge in this calendar. In the Garden of the Heart is a reflection, celebration and fusion of Honshin's experience with, and continual study of, the Eastern spiritual practices	and perennial philosophies of Christianity, Tibetan and Zen Buddhism and the ancient Meso-American cultures. Calendar Not available in U.K. New Kirsten-Honshin Meditational Art cards are available .The Thich Nhat Hanh Datebook with paintings by Honshin is also available.

CALPIX09. Pixie Kin. A Faerie Calendar by Paulina Cassidy. Between the worlds of Elsewhere and Overthere lies the Land of Pixie Kin, a realm filled with fanciful faeries, mysterious mermaids, wily witches and castaway creatures	Canadian artist Paulina Cassidy, who now lives in Chatanooga, has captured twelve members of the Pixie Kin faerie tribe for the first time in this charming calendar.

CALKNO09. A Knock at the Door. Crossing into a land of remembering your magical self requires only one thing. When Inspiration Knocks, Open The Door. Followyour dreams through the door of possibility to an enchanted land half dreamed and half remembered.	Angi Sullins is the founder of Duirwaigh Inc., a multi mediagroup in Atlanta, Georgia. Angi creates inspirational cards, books and films with her partner Silas Toball. Duirwaigh Greeting cards are also available.

CALPEM09. Pema Chodron. Awakening the Heart. The bestsellling author Pema Chodron is a leading exponent of teachings on meditation and how they apply to everyday life. She is widely known for her charming and down-to-earth interpretation of Tibetan Buddhism for Western audiences. Pema studied under the meditation master Chogyam Trunga Rinpoche at Gampo Abbey in Cape Breton, Nova	Scotia, the first Tibetan monastery for Westerners.The calendar quotes from Ms. Chodron's book, When Things Fall Apart, which is designed to help us cultivate compassion and awareness in our everyday lives. Quotations are paired with the beautifully evocative and meditative nature photography of Frans Lanting. A Pema Chodron 2009 Datebook is also available.

CALENV09. Environmental Art. Contemporary Art In The Natural World. As one of the most exciting art movements of our time, environmental art celebrates our connection th the natural world through beauty, science, metaphor and ecological restoration. It encompasses a surprising landscape of approaches,	from ephemeral " art in nature" sculpture designed to last only a few hours before returning to the earth, to community-based " eco-art" installations which clean up polluted watersheds and promote public understanding of local and global environmental issues.Images from the archives of greenmuseum.org

CALGEM09. Gemstone Visions. Crystal Keys to Prosperity. By Bonnie Gold Bell and David Sun Todd.Gemstone and crystals have represented wealth and power since the dawn of civilisation.. These earth-born elements - dense, yet mysteriously filled with light - reveal to us the spirit within matter. By contemplating the patterns and vibrant colours in these images, we come into resonant harmony with the crystalline richness of the earth.	Artists Bell and Todd first photograph fine mineral specimens create thes empowering gemstone collages, then use software and intuitive guidance to shape the brilliant stones into complex symetries. all the patterning and colours in the images come from the crystals themselves. Nature's codes are thus remixed into digital icons. Gemstone Visions Greeting Cards will be available in March 2008.

CALHEA09. Healing Mandalas. Meditations on Personal and Planetary Peace. By Bonnie Gold Bell and David Sun Todd. A Mandala, or "mystic circle," is an ancient art form that creates a sacred space. Gazing upon a mandala, we are led on a journey to an inner centre. Calendar Sold out in U.K.	Each mandala begins with a photograph of objects such as flowers, feathers or crystals.Artists Bell and Todd digitally remix these natural elements and transform the into living collages. Each image is a visual doorway into a state of peace. Healing Mandala Greeting cards will also be available in March 2008.

CALHAU09. The Haunted Realm. Photograpy and Text by Sir Simon Marsdern. Atmospheric black and white infrared photographs are accompanied by accounts of the apparitions that have been recorded at each site, and the strange and often macabre real-life events which are said to lie behind them.	Simon Marsden is an internationally acclaimed photographer whose work can be found in the J. Paul Getty Museumin California and the Victoria and Albert in London. His books include This Spectred Isle, The Haunted Realm, Journal of a Ghosthunter and Twilight Hour.

CALDRA09. Dracula. By Sir Simon Marsden. The vampire, a creature clad in darkness and legend, has haunted man's imagination for centuries. None more so tha Dracula, Bram Stoker's fictional Count, who leaves a crumbling ancestral castle in his native Transylvania for the shores of Victorian England seeking out innocent victims in his insatiable search	for human blood. The book was based on the infamous deeds of the real life medieval tyrant Vlad Tepes or " Vlad the Impaler" and the tales of the strigoi, the Romanian word for the undead. Sir Simon Marsden has sought out and photographed many of the sites associated with the real and the imagined Dracula.

CALHID09. Hidden Messages in Water by Masaru Emoto presents the revolutionary work of this renowned scientist who has discovered that molecules of water are affected by our thoughts, words and feelings. Using high speed photography Dr. Emoto shows that crystals formed in frozen water reveal changes when specific, concentrated thoughts	are directed toward them. He found that water from clear springs and water that has been exposed to loving words shows brilliant, complex and colourful snowflake patterns. In contrast, polluted water, or water exposed to negative thoughts, forms incomplete, asymetrical patterns with dull colours.Humans are, of course, formed mainly of water.

CALMAN09. Sacred Mandalas of the Heart. The Art of Kaho Koinuma. The mandala has been used as a tool for meditation, transformation and activation in many culture throughout history. Originally a Hindu word meaning " circle" or " completion", the mandala represents wholeness, unity and the womb of creation. It is the two dimensional expression of the universe	from finite to infinite. Japanese artist Kaho Koinuma says, ' Mandalas act as a portal to higher consciousness and oneness where all form and the infinite become one and the same.' Sacred Mandalas of the Heart Greeting cards will be available in March 2008.

CALALE09.Alex Grey. Grey's portrayals of human beings blend scientific exactitude with depictions of universal life energy, leading us on the soul's journey from material world encasement to recovery of our divinely illuminated core. Calendar sold out in U.K.	Alex Grey is the author of Transfigurations, Sacred Mirrors and The Mission of Art. His work has graced the covers of Nirvana, Tool and The Beastie Boys, and has been exhibited around the world.

CALGEO09. The Fequencies of Sacred Geometry. Art by Janosh. The Greek philosopher Plato said, "Geometry will draw the soul towards truth. " The mystery of creation lies within geometry. The universe is shaped according to set geometric principles. These mathematical patterns appear everywhere; from the alignment of the stars to man-made architectural buildings. This innate knowledge is an universal part of the human brain, because geometry is deeply rooted in our body and cell memory and is believed to resonate inthe subconscious mind. Meditation on	these Geometric shapes can move, inspire and enchant you. After years of working as a graphic designer, Dutch artist Janosh began experiencing visions of transparent energies expressed in different shapes and colours. Thus inspired, he translated these visions into this stunning digital art. Janosh has shown his multimedia presentations to the staff of the United Nations and his artwork has been exhibited internationally.

CALMOT09. The Mother's Eye. The Art of Durga Bernhard. When a woman gives birth, not only a child is born but a new mother is born. From fetrility to pregnancy to birth and beyond, Durga Bernhard explores the many thresholds of motherhood from a mother's point of view. This unique collection of her work looks fearlessly at the deeper aspects of being amother, and touches upon procreation and nurturing	as our most profound human experience. Durga has illustrated over twenty children's books and had her work publised in many magazines. She has also lent her artistry to many religious and ecological causes all over the world. Durga Bernhard's Primal Echoes Greeting cards are also available. Calendar not stocked in U.K.

CALDIV09. Divine Nature. The Art of Greg Spalenka. Hidden beneath the surface of our human and earthly nature is a divinity beyond our wildest imaginings. Spalenka's work takes us into the worlds within worlds at the edge of our awareness, and sparks a memory of what it is to be divinity in motion. Spalenka has been creating award-winning artwork in the world of books, magazines and newspapers for over twenty five years.	Primarily a conceptual artist, his imagery is imbued with universal and metaphysical qualities. " My intention is to create art that affects the viewer on conceptual, visceral and spititual levels. Greeting cards by Greg Spalenka are now available from the Duirwaigh Collection at Amber Lotus. Also a concept designer in film, Spalenka's work can be seen in The Golden Compass and Escape from Planet Earth.

CALILL09. The Illuminated Rumi. By Michael Green. Based on One Song: A New Illuminated Rumi, this calendar is an interweaving of poetry and art: a magnificent meeting of ancient tradition and modern interpretation that uniquely captures the wealth of Rumi's teachings. Rumi is still America's most widely read poet, and a major spokesman for open, boundary-crossing spirituality. Michael Green's magical art, along with his sensitive renderings of Rumi's poetry, makes this work a classic guide to the	life of the soul for a whole new generation of seekers. The first Illuminated Rumi, published in 1997, is still a phenomenon with over 100,000 copies in print. Artist/author Michael Green has numerous books in print, including The Illuminated Rumi, The I Ching Journals. The Illuminated Prayer and The Unicornis Manuscripts .Illuminated Rumi Greeting cards and an Illuminated Rumi 2009 Datebook by Michael Green are also available.

CALCBL09. Celtic Blessings. Illuminations by Michael Green. Celtic art is iconic for two very different world views: early Christianity and pagan/new age. Celtic art and spirituality stand on the intersection between these two cultures and act as connecting links between them Both cultures can learn from their differences, ultimately supporting and nourishing the spiritual aspirations of each.	Based on Celtic themes and early Irish Christian Illuminated manuscripts, Mr. Green reenvisions these genres into a stunning modern look that is firmly rooted in the past. At various times in his life, Michael Green has been a wandering monk, artist and craftman, t elevision art director, architect, illustrator and author. Celtic Blessings Greeting cards by Michael Green are also available.

CALYAN09. Yankee Wisdom. From Thoreau, Emily Dickinson, The Old Farmer's Almanac and more. New England Photographs by Jane English, Walter H. James and others.Transcendentalists, poets and other writers in C19th America pioneered the values of self-reliance, tolerance, ingenuity, optimism and pragmatism. The image of the Yankee is the image of	America. A mix of contradictions, Yankees balance a love of freedom and individual liberty with respect for their community. They are well educated but rustic. The New England Transcendentalists adopted Eastern religious ideas well over 150 years ago. Calendar not stocked in U.K.

CALMPP09. Mystical Path, Practical Feet. By Angeles Arrien. Photography by Jane English. The word ecology comes from the Greek word oikos, which means "house" . In the 21st century it is the essential task of human beings to attend to and care for not only our outer house, the Earth, but also the inner house of our selves, the limitless wilderness within. Jane English's Tao, Mount Shasta and American Transcendental Greeting cards are also available.	Cultivating and attending equally to both houses, our internal and external homes, is metaphorically referrred to as " walking the mystical path with practical feet". The Mystical Path, Practical Feet 2009 wall calendar features quotes from Angeles Arrien's books combined with Jane Englis's photographs of nature and symbols that mediate between the inner and outer worlds. Calendar not stocked in U.K.

CALPOS09. Posters for Peace & Justice. From the days of the Quaker broadsides against slavery to the current conflict in the Middle East people have used ink and paper to speak for peace and justice. This survey of political poster art is produced by Amber Lotus in partnership with Inkworks Press of Berkeley, California, and the centre for the Study of Political Graphics in Los Angeles.	Since 1974, Inkworks Press, a worker owned and managed union shop, has collaborated with many artists and activists in support of peace and justice. With over 50,000 posters, the Centre for the Study of Political Graphics is the largest collection of post -World War II graphics in the United States. CSPG is committed to collecting, preserving and exhibiting this rich history of social change.

CALCHI09. Chicano Art. In collaboration with Bilingual Press, Amber Lotus is proud to present the Chicano Art 2009 wall calendar, showcasing the works of contemporary Chicana and Chicano artists. These works bring into sharp focus the rich diversity of a movement that is now achieving full recognition in the art community at large. Not available in U.K.	This lavish and comprehensive collection features work from established masters as well as emerging artists, on themes that include community values, borders and biculturalism, spirituality , personal feelings and shared experiences, cultural icons and nontraditional representations. Caption material appears in both Spanish and English.

CALORG09. The Organic Kitchen Garden. Recipes and Tips by Ann Lovejoy. Photography by Robin Bachtler Cushman. A perfect companion to every cook's kitchen. Featuring beautiful photographs of kitchen gardens and the lush produce they offer, this calendar pairs images with	twelve months of tips inspired by the bounty of kitchen gardens and farmers' markets. With tips on growing, harvesting, canning and cooking - all from an organic perspective. Ann Lovejoy is the author of more than twenty gardening books and two cookbooks. Calendar sold out.

CALYEA09. A Year of Healthy Living. Recipes and Tips for Your Health and Well Being. By Ann Lovejoy. A warm heartfelt invitation to expand your awareness, improve your meal choices, and enjoy life more every day. Each month features topicsthat approach food as a nurturing component of life that supports and sustains you.	Artful fruit and vegetable photographs are paired with nutricious recipes and helpful tips, while weekly affirmations encourage steady progress at your own pace and invite to delight in the abundance of nature surrounding us. Ann Lovejoy is the author of more than twenty gardening books and two cookbooks as well as columnist for the Seattle Post-Intelligencer

CALHEB09. Hebrew Illuminations. A 16 Month Calendar by Adam Rhine. The ancient and enduring spirit of the Jewish tradition comes alive in Rhine's calendar in which he has created ornate, highly detailed Judaic paintings in watercolour and acrylic.	Hebrew Illumination Greeting cards are also available. Each work is crafted to honour the infinite nobility of the Lord, and to visually bring forth His energy within different combinations of overlapping shapes., rich colours and intricate patterns.

CALZEN09. ZEN MIND. Zenga Paintings from the Gitter-Yelen Collection. Quotes on Zen Practice by Shunryu Suzuki. The mind of Zen Buddhism is revealed through zen inspired brushstroke paintings and profoundly simple wisdom. Although created in the 17th and 18th centuries by monks who were amateur painters the works in The Gitter-Yelen collection have an extraordinary directness and simplicity which is the product of zen practise.	The Gitter-Yelen collection of Zenga paintings is widely regarded as one of the preeminent collections in the West. Quotations are from Not Always So by Shunryu Suzuki' (1905 - 1971). Suzuki-roshi was considered one of the most influential zen teachers of his time and was a direct spiritual descendent of the 13th century zen master Dogen.Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind Greeting cards and Journal are also available.

CALCOL09. Collage. Artplay for Your Creative Spirit. Collages by twelve artists. Text by Lunaea Weatherstone. Calendar not stocked in U.K..	Collage Art and The Altered Diva Greeting cards plus the I Create Beauty Journal are also available. Cards and journals are in stock.

CALHAF09. Hafiz. Versions by Daniel Ladinsky paired with Photocollage Illuminations by Saliha Green. " A poet is someone who can pour light into a cup, then raise it to nourish your beautiful, parched, holy mouth." The poetry of the 14th century Persian Hafiz has been referred to, along with Rumi, Shakespeare and Dante, as one of the seven great literary wonders of the world. To Persians, the poems of Hafiz are not classical	literature from a remote past but cherished wisdom, humour and love from a dear friend. Hafiz has been called " the tongue of the invisible," and through these modern versions he continues to sing wild and beautiful love songs to this wold and the beloved.Hafiz Greeting cards by Michael and Saliha Green and Laura Goode are also available.

CALAST09. Mark Lerner Astological Guide. Science Fiction & Fantasy. The innovative, user friendly Mark Lerner Astrological Guide 2009 Calendar is a tour de force - linking the cosmos to the earth, astronomy to astrology, and offering a special focus on three Jupiter - Neptune unions in Aquarius along with Neptune returning to its 1846 discovery placement in the zodiac for the first time. Calendar not stocked in U.K.	Major celestial alignments are highlighted and interpreted, and the pioneering use of icons allows for an at-a -glance astrological assessment of what each calendar day has in store. Mark Lerner has been a professional astrologer with a worldwide practise for over three decades. He is the author of Mysteries of Venus, co-author of Inner Child Cards and Baseball Tarot, he also publishes Earth Aquarius News.

CALART09. Art Wolfe. Travels to the Edge. Once again, the acclaimed nature photographer Art Wolfe takes us on a fantastic journey to the ends of the earth, where he reveals strange and alien landscapes that are infused with nature's phenomenal beauty and otherworldly energies. Art Wolfe is one of the most celebrated and widely published nature photographers	of our time. He hasworked on every continent in hundreds of locations, producing more than a million photographic images and publishing more than sixty books. His stunning pictures interpret and record the world's wildlife, landscapes and native cultures inspiring people to celebrate and protect these precious assets.

CALGAR09. Gardens of the Spirit. Text by Maggie Oster. Photography by Allan Mandell. Strongly influenced bvy Shinto and Buddhism, the Japenese style of landscaping is particularly conducive to restoring an inner calm. Requiring an artful blend of imagination, skill and patience, the Japanese garden is an extension of the self. By adapting the harmonies of natural design to our own landscape we heighten	our understanding of the world around us and within us. Twelve exsquisite images from garden photographer Allan Mandell are paired with Maggie Oster's contemplative text, this collection of images brings the experience of Japanese gardening to all who long to create a peaceful oasis in the midst of a restless world .Gardens of the Spirit Greeting cards are also available. Calendar Sold Out.

CALFLO09. Flowers: A Universe Revealed. by Christopher Gruver. Gruver's stunning photography presents a wildly beautiful and vivid experience of the universe of flowers. An avid lover of nature and the outdoors, Christoper Gruver marries skill with instinct in his remarkable photographs. Each month's image	is accompanied by a reflective quotation that sits well .with the essence of the flower. Sample Text: What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us. - Ralph Waldo Emerson. Flowers: A Universe Revealed Greeting cards and boxed note cards are also available

CALJOS09. Joseph Campbell Follow Your Bliss. Insights from the world-renowned scholar and mythographer Joseph Campbell. Published in conjunction with the Joseph Campbell Foundation, this calendar features inspiring quotes from Mr. Campbell paired with a selection of photographs that vividly illustrate his enlightened teachings.Joseph Campbell was a life-long student and teacher of mythology and	the human spirit. His focus was not only on cultures long dead but on living myth as it manifests in modern cultures and influences societies. He observed that all myths carry a unifying thread - humankind's yearning for deeper meaning and individual purpose. Campbell's books include, The Hero With A Thousand Faces, The Power of Myth and Myths To Live By.

CALWIS09. The Wisdom of the Peaceful Warrior by Dan Millman. Photography by Andy Anderson. First published 25 years ago, Dan Millman's Way of the Peaceful Warrior has become one one the most beloved spiritual sagas of our time. In 2006 the book was made into a movie starring Nick Nolte as a mysterious and unpredictable old warrior who teaches Millman ( played by Scott Mechlowicz) about living inalignment with the heart, free of striving and the pressure to perform.	Dan Millman is a former champion gymnast, college professor and best selling author whose eight books include Sacred Journey of the Peaceful Warrior, Living on Purpose, and The Life You Were Born To Live. The Wisdom of the Peaceful Warrior, published in 2007 by New World Library, further explores Millman's key ideas.The calendar pairs Millman's text with twelve images from photograper Andy Anderson.

CALHER09. Herb Gardens. Recipes & Herbal Folklore. Text by Maggie Oster. Featuring photography by Maggie Oster and Others. Cooks, gardenersand anyone who cherishes the magic of herbs will enjoy entering this world of flavour, fragrance and colour. Herbs have been used since the dawn of human time in cooking, medicines and perfumes	Herbs can be used in foods from appetisers to deserts , as shown in the easy but sumptuous recipes from author Maggie Oster. The calendar aalso includes a welth of herbal folklore, remedies and growing tips. Maggie Oster's Gardens of the Spirit 2009 wall calendar is also available. Gardens of the Spirit greeting cards are available too.

CALSPI09. Spirit Horses. Photographs by Tony Stromberg. Through his luminous photography of horses, Tony Stromberg works to bridge what he calls " modern life's disturbing separation between people and nature." Stromberg's calendar is filled with extraordinary portraits of horses both wild and domestic paired with quotations from teachers and	writers. Creator of the book Spirit Horses ( New World Library, 2005), Stromberg believes that horses can be profound teachers, bringing deep awareness to a world dangerously out of balance. Amber Lotus is proud to partner with New World Library to produce this intimate look at humankind's most enduring companion

CALFRA09. Fractal Cosmos. The Art of Alice Kelly. Fractals are the visual depictions of mathematical equations, the same equations, in fact, that describe natural phenomena such as coastlines, plant shapes and weather patterns. A computer program assigns a colour to each point in the image based on the answers to a chosen equation, which then results in the abstract fractal shapes	Dozens of variables are manipulated in order to create these fascinating images. Equations representing the images accompany each picture. Alice Kelly says of her organic designs, "fractals are an intuitive glimpse into the infinite order that comprises the natural world, as well as being proof that Math is beautiful." Two Fractal Cosmos Greeting cards are still available.

CALCRO09. Crop Circles by Freddy Silva. They appear seemingly out of nowhere: one moment a pristine field, the next a complex and mysterious design imprinted in the nearly ripened wheat. The stalks are bent, laid in swirls and patterns of mathematical preciscision and yet virtually undamaged. Some designs demonstrate principles of geometry while others portray ancient	religious symbols. Skeptics tell us they're hoaxes, but no one can fully explain how these patterns are created with such speed and accuracy. Silva's photographs are paired with information on this phenomenon from his book Secrets in the Fields: The Science and Mysticism of Crop Circles. Even as guerilla, environmental art on a vast scale, Crop Circles are phenomenal.

CALWIL09. William Blake. Art of Imagination. " I am not ashamed , afraid, or averse to tell you what Ought to be Told: That I am under the direction of Messengers from Heaven, Daily and Nightly." Eighteenth century English poet, artist, mystic and prophet William Blake was virtually unknown during his own lifetime; a quintessential outsider artist.	Today Blake is recognised as one of the most powerful and original English visionary poets and artists. Blake's original books of poems were all illustrated ,illuminated and printed by himself. Amber Lotus' William Blake 2009 calendar features twelve paintings and a selection of poetry illustrating Blake's passionate, lifelong beleif that art and the imagination are doorways to the Divine.

CALMUS09. The Museum of Lost Wonder by Jeff Hoke.	Calendar not stocked in U.K.

CALTAO09. Tao. Photography by Jane English. Calligraphy by Gia-Fu Feng. The Tao Te Ching, the esoteric but infinitely practical Chinese classic written in the sixth century B.C. by Lao Tsu, has been translated moretimes than any work except the Bible. The philosophy of Lao Tsu is simple: Accept what is in front of you without wanting the situation to be other than it is. Study the natural order of things and work	with it rather than against it for to try to change what is only sets up resistance. Nature provides everything without requiring payment or thanks.This marks the ninteenth year of the Tao wall calendar which features contemplative black and white nature photographs by Jane English, Chinese calligraphy by Gia-fu Feng and text from their mutual translations of the Tao. Tao Greeting cards and a Tao Journal are also available

CALURB09. Urban Tails. Inside the Hidden World of Alley Cats. In cities and towns across the world, feral cats roam unnoticed, with generation after generation making their way through lives filled with hardship. When photograper Knox began noticing the growing colony of cats in the alley behind his recording studio, he entered a complex world of feline families struggling for survival.	Knox is an acclaimed photographer known for his dramatic, gritty and realistic take on street life. His book, Urban Tails, was published in 2006 by New World Library. A portion of the proceeds of this calendar will go to charitable organisations dedicated to helping stray and feral cats. Urban Tails Greeting cards are also available.

CALMOU09. Mount Shasta. Where Heaven and Earth Meet.	Calendar not stocked in U.K.

CALENE09. Thich Nhat Hanh. Energy of Prayer. Renowned Zen Master and author of more than 60 books, Thich Nhat Hanh presents a celebration of spirituality in this interfaith dialogue between Buddhism and Christianity, demonstrating the power of prayer in our daily lives. Thay ( teacher, as he is commonly known by his students) has, for over half a century, been a tireless promoter of peace and	understanding. Each month pairs an image with teaching text and breathing meditations to support the practise of mindfulness. The aim of these practises is to cultivate the art of living in the present moment, for as this great and gentle teacher has written, "Our true home is in the present moment, and if we want to enter Heaven on Earth, we need only take one conscious step, and one conscious breath."

CALFEN09. Feng Shui. Living in Harmony With The Natural World. Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese practise concerned with relationships between our personal chi energy and the chi energy of places. Thirteen evocative nature photographs by Gary Braasch and Tom Bender illustrate feng shui principles such as Qi (life force), Li (intention), and the Physics of Qi.	The text for each month includes poetic reflection and useful specific guidance from sustainable architect/feng shui practitioner Tom Bender. This calendar is in its tenth year. Also available are a Feng Shui Meditation Journal and two books by Tom Bender, Building with the Breath of Life and Silence, Song and Shadows.

CALDAL09. The Dalai Lama. Heart of Wisdom. His Holiness, the Dalai Lama, is one of the most respected spiritual leaders and teachers living in the world today. He is revered by Buddhists as the living god of love and compassion., and yet he refers to himself as a simple monk. His gentle, humourous expression of wisdom and compassion serves as an inspiration to millions.	The twelve photographs in the calendar are by Mark Downey whose award-winning work has been published in numerous books and magazines including Time, Forbes, Geo, National Geographic and Newsweek. Images are combined with teaching quotes from Snow Lion Publication's vast collection of writings by the Dalai Lama. . Tibetan Voices Greeting cards, photographs by Brian Harris are also available.

CALPRA09. Prayer & Meditation. Beyond interfaith, this inspiring calendar takes yo to the source of all religions, celebrating our oneness in Spirit. Share the inspiration of monks in prayer in Tibet, children lighting candles in a church in the Philippines, a devotional offering at a temple in Bangladesh, a Native American girl's Powwow dance, the profound peace of	meditation by a pond in Viet Nam - these images from around the world offer a moving testament transcending all paths ans boundaries. Each image is accompanied by a prayer from diverse traditions and an illuminating aphorism by Swami Amar Jyoti. This calendar is produced in conjunction with Truth Consciousness, a non profit spiritual organisation.

CALWOM09. Women of Spirit. The Art of Mara Friedman. Ms. Friedman's paintings blend diverse influences from the paintings of Geogia O'Keefe and Marc Chagall to Tibetan, Hindu, Aboriginal, Afican and Native American art. Friedman's work has been featured in numerous books and publications.	Featuring thirteen enchantiing images inspired by the artist's deep appreciation for the beauty that surrounds us all. Ms. Friedman is the illustrator of the Triple Goddess Tarot and was one of the ninetreen artists who participated in the 2004 Mythic Journeys Art Exhibition honouring Joseph Campbell.

CALSAG09. Sage Woman. Celebrating the Goddess in Every Woman. Sage Woman the bestselling American magazine of women's spirituality joins with Amber Lotus to present a new level in Goddess art and inspiration. The Sage Woman 2009 wall calendar presents exquisite interpretations of Goddess virtues that guide and empower women every day..	The calendar features four artists who are among the most accomplished and well-loved in the Goddess-spirit community.: Emily Balivet, Melissa Harris, Hrana Janto and Shiloh Sophia. Accompanying each image is text by Lunaea Weatherstone, priestess and writer, who weaves a tapestry of wit and wisdom illuminating the common threads of sacred feminine energy.

CALANG09. Angel Spirits. The Art of Sulamith Wulfing .No other artist has captured the wonders of angels and otherworldly spirits as delightfully as Sulamith Wulfing ( 1901 - 1989). The childlike innocence and hope portrayed in each painting acts as a balm to the	.spirit. All thirteen paintings are accompanied with text by Lunaea Weatherstone, written in the voice of the angel spirits guiding us throughout the yeaSulamith Wulfing Greeting cards and an Angel Spirits Journal are also available.

CALCAL09. Call of the Goddess by Helena Nelson Reed. In its thirteenth year, this popular wall calendar continues to engage our imagination with its captivating images of the sacred feminine. From the forthright gaze of the maiden to the lush abundance of the mother and the powerful magic of the crone, the goddess is represented in all her beauty and majesty.	.Visionary artist Helena Nelson-Reed draws upon diverse sources for her inspiration: fantasy, myth, dreams and shamanism all influence her panting and writing. Each evocative image is accompanied by a moving description of the mystical realm of the goddess.Call of the Goddess Greeting cards are also available

CALLAK09. The Lakota Way by Joseph M. Marshall, III

CALMWH09. Medicine Wheel. Earth Astrology.

CALRUM09. Rumi Heart of the Beloved. Translations by Coleman Barks.	Bark's translations of Rumi are available in Brush Dance Poetry of Rumi Greeting cards.

CALMED09. Meditation Art. Contemporary Art from India.	Meditation Art Greeting cards are also available.

CALCHA09. Chakras. Paintings by Pieter Weltevrede.	Chakras Greeting cards are also available.

CALHIN09. Hindu Gods and Goddesses by Pieter Weltrevede.	Hindu Gods and Goddesses Greeting cards are also available

CALSAC09. Sacred Images of Tibet.	Sacred Images of Tibet Greeting cards and a Green Tara Journal are also available.

CALNEW09. A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle.	Sold Out in U.K.

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