Jody Hanson (b. 1969)

The mandala is an object of meditation for spiritual development. With origins in Hindu and Buddhist traditions, the Sanskrit word “mandala” is typically translated as circle or center—often associated with female iconography and the attainment of peace. Jody Hanson’s mandalas epitomize achievable serenity in their minimalism. White (2013) is a paragon of purity, comprised of salt crystals on paper.