Author Description

The Gardens of the Spirit wall calendar features twelve exquisite Japanese gardens by photographer John Lander. Paired with contemplative text by Maggie Oster, this collection of meditative images brings the calming experience of Japanese gardening to all who long to create a simple, peaceful oasis in the midst of a challenging chaotic world. 12" x 12" wall calendar (12" x 24" open). A year of serene Japanese garden photography on your wall. The perfect gift for Zen garden enthusiasts. Showcases John Lander's exceptional photographs of authentic Japanese landscaping and moss-covered gardens. Features inspirational, interpretive garden text by accomplished horticulture author Maggie Oster. Be organized and inspired throughout the year. Includes US and Canadian legal holidays, phases of the moon, and important observances of the world's major religions. High-quality printing on premium paper stock. Printed on paper sourced from a combination of recycled materials and wood harvested from socially and environmentally sustainable forests. WE PLANT TREES — Amber Lotus Publishing, an independent carbon-negative US company, has planted MORE THAN ONE MILLION trees since 2008 to offset our carbon footprint and resource usage. Strongly influenced by Shinto and Zen Buddhism, this Asian style of landscaping is particularly conducive to restoring an inner calm. Requiring an artful blend of imagination, skill, and patience, the Japanese garden is an extension of the self. By adapting the harmonies of natural garden design to our own landscape, we heighten our understanding of the world around us and the one within us.