“Smiling Buddha” (2012) by Howe Chin. Painted wood | 9th Grade

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By Howe Chin

“Smiling Buddha” (2012) by Howe Chin, painted wood, 9th Grade

The Buddha said that as long as we have compassion, our “ocean of tears” will not be able to drawn us, and that is why the Buddha can keep his smile. As I painted this figure of the Buddha, I focused on the joy of his smile. We believe in change but we also believe we have the power to change how we enjoy the world. [Vote on FaceBook]

Indiana Interchurch Center: "2012 A&O Prize for Youth: Swinging My Feet" (Ends December 31, 2012), 1100 W. 42nd Street, IIC Gallery, Indianapolis, IN (317) 923-3617, alphaomegaarts.org