Nāma-Rūpa - A few words on the name and logo…

My artistic path has blossomed as a continuous blessing, embraced by the divine grace of the Goddess. This Sacred Art Portal serves as a devotional offering, an expression of my deepest gratitude for Her ecstatic presence. Her influence has profoundly transformed and healed my consciousness in countless ways, irrevocably altering the course of my life. The name and logo of this portal emerged organically, a revelation gifted by Her grace on this extraordinary journey of spiritual and creative exploration.

Yā devī sarvabhūteśu śakti rūpeṇa saṃsthitā
Namastasyai || namastasyai || namastasyai namo namaḥ || – Devī Sūktam

Salutations again and again to the Goddess who abides in all beings in the Form of Creative Consciousness!

Devī Upāsanā is a transformative gateway, where the essence of the Goddess is visually unveiled through sacred narratives woven in the language of imagery.

Devī, a Sanskrit word meaning "the Illuminator" or "the Radiant One," who embodies the Divine Feminine Creative Principle that pervades the universe as the very essence of creation.

Upāsanā which translates beyond "worship" or "meditation," is a transformative practice of cultivating a connection with this Divine creative principle. It's a journey of internalizing Devi's form and sound through spiritual practices (sādhana). As we deepen this connection, Devī 's essence illuminates our inner vision, awakening a profound sense of awareness within.

Śarīramiva jīvasya dīpasya snehavat priye |

Sarveṣāmapi devānaṃ tathāyantraṃ pratitiṣṭhitam ||87|| - Kularṇava Tantra

As the body is for the Soul, and oil is for a lamp

So is the consecrated Yantra, a seat for all Deities.

The word "yantra" stems from the Sanskrit root "yam," meaning "to hold" or "to support." Yantras themselves are sacred geometric diagram that represent visual expressions of deities. They function by translating the sound patterns of mantras into visible forms, thereby harnessing and directing specific energies. These intricate patterns, often incorporating bīja mantrā-s (seed syllables), weave together the wisdom (Vidyā) and sound resonance (mantra) of a particular deity, creating a holographic blueprint pulsating with unique cosmic vibrations. In essence, a yantra acts as a powerful tool in spiritual practices (sādhana) to activate desired energies, stimulate focused thoughts, harmonize emotions, and synchronize our inner and outer worlds.

‘tvaṃ śrīstvaṃ īśvarī’ - Durgā-Saptaṣati, 1, 79

You are the Goddess of auspiciousness, you are the Goddess of the Universe!

The prefix " Śrī " in Śrī Yantra carries a powerful dual meaning. On one hand, it signifies auspiciousness, benevolence, and prosperity and on a deeper level, " Śrī " embodies the essence of the mother Goddess, the Divine feminine creative principle who governs and nurtures the universe. Hence, the Sri Yantra becomes a direct connection to Devī as this power of creation within and without.

Sarvayantrātmikāyai Namaḥ! – Nāma 205; Lalitāsahasranāma

Salutations to Goddess who is the Soul of all Yantras!

As a devotee of the Goddess, a disciple of my Gurus’, I am deeply grateful for the transformative power of their teachings. As an upāsakā on the path of Śrī Vidyā, their generous transmissions of Vidyā (knowledge) and Dīkṣa (initiation) have awakened me to the vast potential of my own creativity. This Visual Art Portal represents a possibility born from this very wisdom.The name, form, and sound of this portal embody the essence of Devī as the cosmic principles of auspiciousness, wisdom, and creative consciousness. It serves as a humble offering, an expression of my love and gratitude for the unfathomable love, light, and knowledge they continually bestow upon me.

With deepest reverence, I bow to Devī, the divine force who has woven this existence into a beautiful tapestry. My heart overflows with gratitude for my Gurus, the entire Guru mandala, and all the teachers who have illuminated my path, past, present, and future!