Mandala & Geometry
A mandala, from the ancient Sanskrit word for “circle” more than just a geometric design. In Hindu and Buddhist traditions, it symbolizes the universe, the cycle of life, and the deep harmony between body, mind, and spirit.
Mandalas have been used for centuries as tools for meditation, healing, and spiritual growth. They offer a visual journey from the outer world to the inner self — from chaos to calm, from distraction to clarity.
In my work, I bring these sacred patterns to life dot by dot. Each mandala is made up of thousands of tiny points, placed with care, attention, and intention. It’s a slow, meditative process — one that invites presence, patience, and surrender.
Often, I begin without a fixed plan. I let the pattern unfold organically, trusting the rhythm of the dots and the quiet guidance of intuition. With every piece, a new story emerges — a story of balance, movement, stillness, and connection.
For me, creating mandalas is more than making art. It’s a form of meditation. A way to explore the invisible layers of life. A way to breathe.
At The World of Dots, I invite you to slow down and look a little closer. Each mandala is a reflection of something deeper, a silent offering of beauty, peace, and presence.
Aboriginal Dot painting
Aboriginal dot painting is a well-recognised artistic style developed by Australian Aboriginal artists. Emerging in the 1970s, it has become a powerful medium for storytelling and preserving cultural heritage.
The use of dots in Aboriginal art, however, goes back much further. For thousands of years, dots have appeared in symbolic patterns carved into artefacts and rock surfaces, as well as in sand drawings and ceremonial body painting. Originally, the purpose of dotting may have been to create a shimmering effect — giving the impression of energy or a spiritual aura surrounding the design.
The modern dot painting style, as we know it today, began in the early 1970s with the Papunya Tula artists in Central Australia. Since then, it has become a distinctive visual language, especially in artworks from the Central and Western Desert regions. Through dots, artists continue to express Dreamtime stories, connection to land, and cultural knowledge in a way that is both contemporary and deeply rooted in tradition.