Important Facts / Suggestions / Advice to the students

Foremost, students must understand the importance of learning at this Holy Institution. It will be rather irrational to imagine that one can become a great artist in a short span of time (The finest artists at present achieved their eminence due to a lot of hard slog and dedication they put in their art over years); to learn here is a Golden opportunity which one should heartily acknowledge as the blessing bestowed upon us by our Divine Mother. What one achieves here is a lot more than just education. By the virtue of it being an institution of art, this is the place where one experiences the Global collectivity for a long time unlike the International Seminars where we find such collectivity but for a day or two. Students get to know each other besides various cultural exchanges as well. This establishment is a pedestal where spiritual compliance itself becomes a medium of spiritual ascent, not only on a gross level but more deeply on a subtle level. In our daily lives, there are situations and things which bind us to a monotony that does not permit us to be meditative most of the time and uphold that state. As a result of which our subtle mechanism does not get use to the functioning of Kundalini all the time. On the contrary, by the blessings of H.H. Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi this abode allows us not only to ascend on a subtle level but also our system adapts itself beautifully to the ever working Kundalini. Hence, even after leaving this heavenly place one is easily able to introspect and know his meditative state, The Kundalini ascends within no time and contemplation happens effortlessly. Therefore this Academy is not merely an Institution of learning Art but a Research centre where people get generous time to introspect, contemplate and conduct a spiritual research on them – On a Subtle and Gross level where Art is the medium to know and raise them to a higher degree of their divine self.

Students at the academy should understand the importance of building up a proper base for the progression of art in them; as it is a living process which takes time to grow. This however does not depend on the time and money one spends here as learning capacity of every individual varies just like their kundalinies, hence it can be less learning in more time or vice-versa. Besides the education, students also experience a new height in their overall ascent as learning is possible anywhere but sahaj learning is possible only at the Mother’s abode.

Learning any art form does not purely depend on a person’s inclination, ability, absorption capacity, dedication and knowledge about a particular subject or art form. It equally depends on the kind of atmosphere and circumstances that makes a person grow artistically into it. For instance, in spite of being a good artist  and performer if the
family does not support it, the artist is not driven or inspired enough to do all by himself.

Students should be discreet enough to justify their choice of subject in combination with the inherent and intrinsic qualities they possess to learn that specific art form. A perfect blend of inclination, liking, ability and dedication should match the requirements that the subject needs from the artist. The aptitude to recognize the needs of an art form is an indispensable aspect of learning. For example: Perfect body language, flexibility and expressions make any dance form exude its beauty, a mix of these qualities therefore, is a pre-requisite to learn dancing.
 

Students should always strive to derive pleasure in every step, every stage of learning as ‘learning is akin to gaining wisdom’ – Never ending and a lifetime process. It is only when we start to enjoy art that the vibrations flow. We get this pleasure due to the vibrations instilled in an art by the Divine, hence learning that art comes as a perfect manifestation of the Divine’s creation in our lives.   Regular practice and a penchant of developing an individual way to present the art drive a person more to learn his or her subject with eloquence and finesse.

Observation is one of the best ways to increase one’s IQ in a subject. To observe the Guru, his way and style are as good as learning from him. This observing process is a vital instrument in one’s advancement in learning, In the stipulations of the Guru –Shishya Parampara (Master – Disciple tradition), it is a source of inspiration with which one should fine tune his or her art and discover their own way to practice and perform articulately. Their aesthetic learning should reflect not only in their art but their lifestyle as well. The best instance here would be Mother Nature herself - how well the flora and fauna live and function in perfect harmony, they observe the changes in nature and
adapt themselves to grow in symphony. 

Any art does not function on defined rules and protocols; there arises a constant call for innovation and spontaneity. One should always endeavor to bring along the changes, innovate and do something more ingenious with an artistic sense to decorate your art in the most beautiful way. Craft your own uniqueness creatively captivating art as a medium that defines you the best.

World around, time and now – Appreciation and Admiration is what an artist craves for.Perfect presentation enchants the spectators, vibrations of the art reach their heart,touch the soul, engulfs the atmosphere in its charisma and the outcome is Divine enjoyment and appreciation for all.

Use your available time to enhance your knowledge by practicing as it ensures your skill proficiency. If ‘Theory forms the scientific base’, ‘Practical shapes the Art’. Practice is an important element to perfect both of these. A good impression is what leads to a good expression. 

Your learning, your art and your life should be the perfect manifestation of the teachings of our Divine mother – H.H. Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi. It is a must for us to understand that we are not any artist but Sahaj artists; our art should reflect in our lives  and should function in perfect harmony guided by the teachings of our Holy Mother. Our Art should be an approach to express our love, devotion and gratitude towards Shri Mataji therefore it should imbibe all the qualities and vibrations with which we can praise our Divine Mother.

Recognizing the needs to learn a particular art form is the first step in its learning  for learning is easy but aesthetic learning calls for the recognition of its character, instilling those qualities and then performing it. For instance – A pre-requisite to learn Dancing is to be physically fit and possess a flexible body that adds an element of grace to it, breathing exercises help in voice culture without which vocal music is not possible. Listening to good music casts a good impression and increases the musical IQ.

It is advisable to gain some base knowledge of complementary subjects which are often used as the accompaniments for the performances. For example: Tabla and Harmonium are used for Vocal music, Mridangam and Carnatic music used for various dance forms,painting is required to decorate pottery etc .

Art is not merely a boon or an instinctive quality. It can be well described as a fibre which is minutely present in all of us; its aesthetic development is what makes a well-known artist out of that individual. Time has given us maestro’s in various fields of art whose international fame today is an amalgamation of years of hard work, dedication, introspection, practice and ever-increasing ‘ Bhakti ’ ( Devotion ) for their Guru .

Above all, ‘Contentment’ is the most indispensable quality needed for an artist,for expectations with oneself leads to stress and anger which further takes an artist to a state of depression and frustration with oneself; this however is relative to being Competitive which one should not cease to be as this ever innovative spirit ensures continuous evolution of an artist and the manifestation of his art.

Therefore it is appropriate to say that Art is not just about developing it but what elevates the artist above all the superficial aspects of life to the pinnacle of spirituality

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