“The theme of this Mandala, ‘Healing’, refers to the process that leads from illness (understood as a disharmonic condition) to health/harmony.

In our case, health and illness are to be understood in the broadest sense, which includes the human being in his or her entirety.

This brings us back to the essence of the artist’s entire production, which arises, always, from a need for development, integration, creation.
In each Giada’s Mandala, one starts from a state of deprivation and contrition, and arrives at one of fullness and expansion.

‘Healing’mandala shows this liberating and ascending motion as peremptory, as delicate; as balanced, as accomplished.
Already from the chromatics, we appreciate a transition from green to indigo, through an interplay of pink, cyan, cerulean, yellow, magenta and violet. A joyful kaleidoscope that recalls the inexhaustible fertility of the healing power of nature, which sounds like a hymn.
Evident in the concentric crowns are references to floral motifs (the lotus), to foliage, to the very sap of life.

If art also has a therapeutic function, then this is an appropriate Mandala for the purpose: joyful, strong, luminous, and protective, like a talisman.”

WHAT IS A MANDALA

A mandala is a sacred geometric design that originated in ancient religious and spiritual traditions. It is often depicted as a circle with intricate patterns and symbols radiating from the center. The word “mandala” comes from the Sanskrit word for “circle,” and it represents the universe or the sacred space within it.

Mandalas are used as tools for meditation, spiritual reflection, and personal growth. They are believed to help individuals connect with their inner selves, find balance and harmony, and tap into a higher state of consciousness.

The design of a mandala is highly symbolic. The circular shape represents wholeness and unity, reminding us of the interconnectedness of all things. The center of the mandala is considered the focal point, representing the center of our being or the divine essence within us.

Creating or engaging with mandalas can be a transformative practice, offering a pathway to inner peace, self-discovery, and spiritual growth.