Buddhist boy studying at Bylakuppe in India | Limited Edition of 10
Young Buddhist Monk Studying – Black and White Wall Art
This black-and-white photograph captures a quiet moment of focus and study inside a Buddhist monastery. The young monk, seated on the floor, is fully engrossed in the sacred texts before him. The scene is intimate and meditative, as he deliberately turns a page, ensuring that the teachings are handled respectfully. The smoothness of his shaved head contrasts beautifully with the textures around him—the worn wooden table, the marble floor, and the intricately designed bell beside him.
The composition draws the viewer into the boy’s concentration, as if inviting us to share in his devotion and stillness. The placement of the sacred objects, such as the bell, speaks to the ritualistic importance of the moment. The simplicity of the surroundings emphasizes the purity of the act of study, with nothing to distract from the importance of the spiritual knowledge he is absorbing.
The monochrome treatment brings out the textures and light in the scene, from the shine of the marble floor to the softness of the monk’s robe. There’s a timeless quality to the image—this could be a scene from any time, reflecting the enduring nature of devotion and learning in Buddhist traditions.
Personal note: What I found special about this moment was how it conveys both simplicity and depth. Watching this young monk so focused on his sacred texts reminded me of the power of stillness and learning. It’s in these quiet, personal moments that you truly feel the weight of tradition and devotion.
© Dan Kosmayer, 2010
Edition Information
This photograph is released as a signed and numbered edition of 10 prints across all available sizes. Each print is individually signed and numbered by the artist on the reverse and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
Once all 10 prints have been sold, this work will be permanently retired, and no further numbered editions will be produced in any size or format. A small number of Artist Proofs may be retained by the artist for archival or exhibition purposes.
Museum Quality Fine Art Prints
All prints are produced by the artist using archival pigment inks on professional photographic paper with a subtle luster finish.
This paper offers a balanced surface that enhances tonal depth, preserves fine detail, and reduces glare under typical indoor lighting conditions.
Each print is carefully inspected prior to dispatch to ensure consistency of finish and presentation.
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Each print is personally produced, signed, and packaged by me at my studio in Haliburton, Ontario, Canada.
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