What is Vedic Art?
Vedic Art – painting from silence
I teach two approaches to painting: Vedic Art, rooted in Indian Vedic tradition, and Listening Painting, grounded in presence. In both, the essential elements are stillness, inward listening, and free self-expression through painting. Neither approach involves evaluation, commentary, or critique of the work.
Background of Vedic Art
Vedic Art is based on an ancient Indian Vedic wisdom tradition. The word veda means knowledge. The method does not require any study of Vedic texts, nor does it assume any particular worldview, philosophy, or religion.
Vedic Art was founded by the Swedish artist Curt Kjällman (1938–2010). The method is built on 17 principles of art, which he received from his teacher, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi (1918–2008).
Maharishi is widely known in the West as a teacher of Transcendental Meditation. His work attracted artists such as The Beatles and film director David Lynch. Silence and the exploration of consciousness have long been sources of creativity for many artists.
Vedic Art in practice
In practice, stillness is an essential part of the creative process in Vedic Art.
At the beginning of the course, we go through practical matters, after which you are gently guided into silence. Gradually, you are introduced to new principles of art. You also receive painting exercises that allow you to experience each principle directly.
While painting, attention is also invited toward what the process awakens within you — feelings, thoughts, and inner experiences. It is often in these moments that new forms of freedom and flow begin to emerge. Points of resistance in painting are often reflections of something similar elsewhere in life.
Vedic Art is not therapy, but painting and silence can feel therapeutic. The method offers a simple and accessible way to deepen self-awareness and open creativity.
My background as a teacher
I graduated as a Vedic Art teacher in 2019. My teachers include Marjaana Murto and Anne Kuntsi.
In my teaching, I emphasize the process rather than technical skill. Technique develops naturally through painting, but the essence of Vedic Art lies in listening inward and expressing yourself intuitively.
The method can be applied both to art and to life.
My path
I began painting in 2004, but traditional art education did not resonate with me. I was looking for a deeper connection and a different way of approaching art.
In 2013, I discovered Vedic Art — and with it, what I had been searching for.
As a visual artist, I have held exhibitions and I am a member of the Finnish Artists’ Association. For me, painting is not a performance, a profession, or a status marker, but a way of living creatively, exploring life, and expressing myself.
Through Vedic Art, I invite you into that same space of creativity and inner listening.
Welcome into the world of painting.
