Nature Mandala: Peace
Discovering Peace Through Nature & Art
The “Peace” mandala invites us into a world where stillness, beauty, and symmetry converge. It offers multiple layers of meaning:
Inner tranquility: Peace as the quiet sanctuary within, a calm mind amidst life’s chaos.
Harmony with others: The absence of conflict and the presence of mutual respect and compassion.
Universal balance: A state of wholeness in nature and spirit, where all things connect in peaceful interdependence.
Diverse Definitions of Peace
Psychological peace: A balanced state of mind where anxiety subsides and clarity emerges.
Spiritual peace: Deep alignment with the divine, cosmic unity, or inner soul, often experienced in meditation.
Social peace: Community harmony built on empathy, kindness, and mutual understanding.
Global peace: A collective vision of justice, cooperation, and compassion for all beings.
Inspirational & Spiritual Quotes
"Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without." - Buddha
"When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace." - Jimi Hendrix
"Let there be peace on earth, and let it begin with me." — Sy Miller & Jill Jackson
Creating the Mandala: The Process
This nature mandala was formed using locally gathered plants, flowers, and foliage from my Vermont garden and wild surroundings.
I gather blooms and greens from my garden, nearby fields, and forests in Central Vermont.
Each mandala unfolds through mindful, symmetrical composition, layer by layer, starting from a central focal point.
With intention and attention, a single meaningful word: Peace… emerges during the creation.
The artwork is ephemeral, remaining in place for just hours. After photographing, I return the materials to the earth.
The Mandala as Meditation & Message
Creating and viewing a nature mandala can function as a meditation. The concentric, repetitive pattern draws the eye inward, calming the mind and centering awareness.
This piece not only symbolizes peace, it invites it. Whether you pause before the printed image, a daily card, or a framed piece, the mandala becomes a reminder:
You are peace.
Peace is transient and precious.
Peace is both an intention and a way of being.
Why “Peace” Resonates
Symbolically, the circle represents unity, wholeness, and the universe, foundational components of peace across spiritual traditions.
In practice, creating mandalas promotes mindfulness, reduces stress, and fosters a contemplative presence within.
Invite Peace into Your Life
To experience the inspiration of this mandala:
Meditate on it: Use it as a focal point for a daily pause or centering breath.
Reflect on your intention: What does peace mean to you in this moment?
Let it shift you: Allow the calm energy of the mandala to settle in your mind, heart, and spirit.
Thank you for exploring Peace through the artistry of plant materials, symmetry, and mindful intention. May this mandala offer you a moment of stillness, inner harmony, and the gentle reminder that peace begins within.
Nature Mandala Art, Photography & Writing by Michelle Wallace
Michelle Wallace is a visual artist based in Vermont, known for her intricate nature mandala designs, which she has been crafting by hand since 2017. Her work is available in select stores throughout New England and online through her Nature Mandala Shop.