Link to Entheon Kickstarter Page:
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/alexgreycosm/entheon-the-alex-grey-visionary-art-experience

Dear Cosmonauts,

We have been inspired by the recent success of Kickstarter for funding projects large and small.  Just this month, two movie projects have generated millions of dollars by rallying their dedicated fans. If artists projects can be financed by friends, there is no limit to creative freedom.  In that spirit we announce the launch of the Entheon Kickstarter today!  Check it out, make a pledge, and build Entheon with us.

Many of you know that, for five years, CoSM was a vital center for visionary art and culture in Manhattan that closed in 2009 after finding the perfect site to build the Chapel of Sacred Mirrors, a historic 40 acre retreat center in the Hudson Valley of New York.  CoSM’s heroic team beautifully restored three buildings on the property, the office, the studio, and the guest house, to hold ceremonies, events and workshops. But sadly, the attraction that drew tens of thousands of visitors in Manhattan, the inspiring installation of art, is still wrapped in storage.

The time has come to bring the paintings back. Our plan is to build a permanent exhibition space for these iconic artworks along with paintings and sculpture by some of the most accomplished mystic creators of our time. This home for visionary painting and sculpture, performance and dance, will be a destination you can visit anytime of year to commune with and contemplate the art, now and for generations to come. That transformative environment will be called ENTHEON, a place to discover the creator within.

After two years of working with the Wappinger Town Planners and the Rhinebeck Bank, construction of Entheon, the visionary art experience, has begun at CoSM. New technologies in 3D scanning, modeling and printing are being utilized to bring this unique architectural design to life.

Entheon Altar DJ booth unveiled April 19, 2013, San Francisco

We need your help to create CoSM’s most ambitious project to date. Estimated cost of construction, complete with all the required amenities of a two-story building (including elevator, bathrooms, parking and paved road with lighting) will be over $1.5 Million Dollars. The bank is offering a loan hundreds of thousands dollars short of what is needed to completely finance this extraordinary sculpture that is a building.

Front view of Entheon, designed by Alex Grey – 3D Model by Ryan Tottle

Build Entheon with us by going to the Kickstarter website and checking out the really awesome and original premiums you can receive for helping us reach our goals and super goals. Share this message and kickstarter link with friends and post it on your facebook. Then plan to come and see the temple of art that you helped to build.

Love,
Alex and Allyson

Check out cosm.org for more info on upcoming events!

The February Full Moon Ceremony welcomed friends, Stephen and Robin Larsen, both former students of the renowned mythologist, Joseph Campbell, led a Pre-Full Moon Workshop. They taught about the profound nature of myth, and how deeply it permeates our lives and our culture. Evan Pritchard, Wappinger’s Native American historian, played traditional and original songs on flute and guitar. Dr. John Dubberstein and Tem Noon masterfully shared their talents on sitar and tabla. Delvin Solkinson encouraged everyone to participate in the upcoming CoSM Journal, theme: Community. Delvin also reported on the completion of the first four-season permaculture certification class at CoSM where students mapped the nature features of the land and made recommendations for CoSM’s interactivity with the abundant land.

After the ceremony, guests enjoyed collaborative art-making and gourmet snacks in the Mushroom Cafe. As we danced, drumming was provided by percussion group Kidimandi, who will be returned for the  on April 27th Full Moon Celebration. See you at the next Full Moon at CoSM on Saturday, May 25th.

Alex and Allyson Grey open the ceremony with gongs.

Alex painted along with Stephen Larsen’s talk.

Stephen and Robin Larsen performed poetry.

Delvin Solkinson encouraged everyone to participate in the upcoming CoSM Journal and reported on the four-season permaculture certification.

Evan Pritchard sang and played guitar.

Dr. John on the sitar.

Alex and Allyson.

Mike Smith serving up rich gluten-free walnut brownies in the Mushroom Cafe.

Guests get creative on a free-style collaboration

Kidimandi drumming for dancers in the dining hall.

 (Photos By Scott Corman)

FEBRUARY 17th, 2013 – ART CHURCH: SACRED RELATIONSHIPS

In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, Alex & Allyson held a workshop on Sacred Relationships. Couples and singles reflected on the art of loving deeply. Art Church begins with a drawing meditation accompanied by electronic or ambient music. One of CoSM’s favorite loving couples, Maren Good and Michael Unger, brought “The Planetary Gongs” for this special Art Church and bathed the audience with rich sonic frequencies. Come to Art Church with basic creative materials, a sketch book or journal, pens or watercolors, and let your creativity flow. An uplifting creative presentation always follows the meditation. Check the calendar for details each month.

Alex & Allyson creating art at the monthly Art Church drawing meditation.

We had a full house for February Art Church.

Allyson painting her secret writing with watercolors.

 Michael Unger playing the Planetary Gongs.

Maren Good playing the Planetary Gongs.

Susan Zuka drawing.

Alex & Allyson presenting a slideshow on Sacred Relationships.

Join us for Art Church! Here are some upcoming dates: