Meditation Walks

Event

Meditation Walks
on The Baker Museum Sculpture Trail

Laurie Lyons, founder and director of Zen & the Arts

Engage your senses and explore the sculptures nestled within the lush gardens of the Kimberly K. Querrey and Louis A. Simpson Cultural Campus and Pelican Bay. Guided by local Zen teacher Laurie Lyons, this one-hour guided meditation walk takes participants along The Baker Museum Sculpture Trail. The walk connects gentle movement with a grounding outdoor meditation session, including group discussion and reflections on the art and landscape on display throughout the scenic trail.

The Meditation Walks will depart from Norris Garden. Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing. Participants are invited to bring a yoga mat, blanket or cushion from home. No prior experience with meditation or art is necessary — simply bring your curiosity and a willingness to explore.

Images:

1. Manolo Valdés (Spanish, b. 1942). Dama III, 2003. Bronze. 167 x 128 x 126 in. Artis—Naples, The Baker Museum. Gift of Patty and Jay Baker, Bob and Terry Edwards and Bruce and Cynthia Sherman, 2012.3. Photo: RoseBudz Productions.
2. John Henry (American, 1943-2022). Tequila Sunrise, 2009. Enameled aluminum, 25 ft. H. Collection of Bob and Terry Edwards. Courtesy Artis—Naples, The Baker Museum. Photo: RoseBudz Productions.
3. Albert Paley (American, b. 1944). Stance, 2009. Corten steel, 19 ft. H. Collection of Bob and Terry Edwards. Courtesy Artis—Naples, The Baker Museum. Photo: RoseBudz Productions.
4. Daniel Buren (French, b. 1938). Les couleurs au dessus de nos têtes, sont aussi sous nos pieds, 2018. Glass, steel. Artis—Naples, The Baker Museum. In situ commissioned installation, 2018.2.1. Right: Boaz Vaadia (Israeli American, 1951-2017). Meshullemet & Menashshe, 1994. Bluestone, 120 x 96 x 48 in. Artis—Naples, The Baker Museum. Bequest of Herbert and Ruth Abramson, 1997.7. Photo: RoseBudz Productions.

Laurie Lyons

Laurie Lyons

Laurie Lyons is the founder and director of Zen & the Arts, a nonprofit organization offering donation-based meditation and creative arts to the Southwest Florida community. Lyons is a musician and has trained in yoga and meditation since 1996. In 2010, Lyons formally took Zen Buddhist vows and went on to receive authorization to teach Zen. Her work teaching meditation has brought her to classrooms, rehabilitation centers, churches and campgrounds. She holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in music performance. She has also worked as an orchestral musician, performing as a percussionist with the Naples Philharmonic for over 20 years, and now works as a piano teacher. Lyons is also training to become a certified professional organizer using the KonMari Method as taught by Marie Kondo. At the heart of her varied professional and personal endeavors is a commitment to inspire people to get in touch with the contemplative side of life. You can learn more about Laurie and Zen & the Arts at zenartsflorida.com.