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Books & Altars by Kim Waters
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Illuminations from the Bhagavad Gita
(1975 Harper&Row; republished by Mandala Publications 1998)
40 color images, 55 b&w drawings
A selection of essential verses from the Gita is lavishly illustrated, incorporating both Eastern and Western classical illumination styles. Kim Waters, with the assistance of Chris Murray, worked on the illustrations for over five years, inspired by the timeless wisdom of the Gita and her personal association with Swami A.C. Bhaktivedanta Prabhupada, the translator of the book's verses.
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The Butterthief
(Mandala Publications, 1998)
23 color images
In The Butter Thief, the unconditional love of a parent for a child is exhibited by Mother Yasoda for Krishna. This enchanting story captures children's imaginations as they lose themselves in the serene world of Vrindavana, the land of Krishna. Kim Waters' illustrations are full of wonderful detail and illuminate the magic of this famous story from the Bhagavat Purana.
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Enchanted Tales- an ABC Fantasy
(1998 Mandala Publications)
26 color images
Angels, elves, bluebirds, and Brahma bulls are just a few of the entities woven into the lavishly detailed illustrations of this alphabet primer. Reproduced in gorgeous pastels, they are so mesmerizing, adults will enjoy them as much as the intended audience—children ages two and above. Tongue-teasing rhymes spin fantasy stories around each letter. With very subtle undertones of Eastern spirituality, this is a work in which imagination and education coexist in harmony.
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Devi Altar
(Mandala Publishing)
A three panel tryptich, fully illustrated on both sides. Comes in large and small sizes.
Art and concept by Kim Waters
This sumptuously detailed devotional artwork provides a centerpiece for daily offerings, meditation and prayer in this two-sided stand-up altar. Altar doors swing open to reveal radiant images of the Goddess and her companions, lending beauty and serenity to any surroundings and establishing a focal point for reconnecting with spirit. This stunning and sturdy three-paneled piece perfectly completes the incense and icon ensemble. A meditation must! Comes with a decorative clasp and corresponding mantras.
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Buddha Altar
(Mandala Publishing)
A three panel tryptich, fully illustrated on both sides. Comes in large and small sizes.
Art and concept by Kim Waters
The Buddha, along with his cherub-like counterparts, blesses your mediation space through this ornately detailed, warm and richly colored stand-up altar. Light-weight, portable and durable, the altar stands as an attractive centerpiece for daily contemplation, and a splendid backdrop for icons, incense and all articles of worship. Comes with decorative clasp and corresponding mantras.
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Vrindavan Fold-out Altar
(Mandala Publishing)
A three dimensional altar, complete with activity set cnsisting of animals and puja items
Art and concept by Kim Waters
The exotic temple culture of India comes alive through this beautifully illustrated, die-cut model of a temple courtyard complete with altar and figures of Krishna, the cowherd boys and girls, cows and monkeys. Several prayers and songs provide a glimpse into the magical lives and daily worship of the inhabitants of the sacred city, Vrindavan, associated with Krishna. As an introduction to Hinduism for children two to thirteen it has no peer; nothing this elaborate and engaging related to the East has ever been produced.
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Greeting Cards
with images from the book "Illuminations from the Bhagavad Gita"
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Commissioned Book Illustrations
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Nourishing Traditions
(New Trends Publishing)
by Sally Fallon; with Mary G. Enig, Ph.D
cover art by Kim Waters
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The Fourfold Path To Healing
(New Trends Publishing)
by Thomas S. Cowan, MD; with Sally Fallon
cover art by Kim Waters
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