How we connect with the Mother – our prime ancestor.

Earth Harmonic Cosmograms: Weaving Human-Earth Connection Through Interactive Land Art And Acoustic Ecology.

Earth Bhakti is an initiative in Northern New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment. “To enchant” is from the Latin “in-cantare” – to sing into or to sing upon; an enchantment is a spell-song. It is here on this celestial land that we gather and sing.

The Earth Bhakti Art Initiative creates land art installations using natural elements such as rock, mud, water, and fire. These installations, known as Earth Harmonic Cosmograms*, weave the Human-Earth connection through interactive soundscapes and storytelling, reconnecting humanity with the natural world. By integrating land art, sound, song, and narrative, these projects explore the deep relationship between people and the Earth. They ask: Can humanity’s heartbeat harmonize with Gaia’s rhythm, fostering a connection that honors both our shared humanity and the richness of diverse cultural identities?

Through the fusion of art and Earth-centered consciousness, the initiative nurtures ecological stewardship, climate resilience, and a renewed sense of belonging to the planet. Earth Harmonic Cosmograms form an energetic web that connects individuals and communities, encouraging collective entrainment—where participants’ neural and emotional rhythms synchronize—through immersive storytelling, song, and sound experiences.

Sound plays a vital role in these installations, serving as a medium for deepening awareness and fostering connection with the Earth. Drawing on the research of Dr. Valerie Hunt, the initiative highlights the unique power of the human voice to influence the quantum field. Unlike external instruments such as singing bowls, the voice originates from within, creating a deeply personal and transformative impact. When combined with intentionality, the voice encodes this purpose into the environment, influencing not only the mind and body but also the broader web of sentient life.

This approach often incorporates polyphonic singing and rhythmic clapping, which blend natural and human-made sounds into dynamic loops that resonate throughout the gathering circle. These soundscapes tap into both audible and inaudible vibrations, offering a holistic form of sound healing that integrates ancient wisdom and modern science.

Community involvement lies at the heart of this work. Workshops and interactive sessions invite participants to contribute their voices and perspectives through storytelling, singing, and sound-making activities. These sessions foster a sense of ownership and shared purpose while enriching the art itself. Through a collaborative process, community members share songs of personal or cultural significance, often inspired by the local environment. Participants create vocal sounds, chants, and melodies, which are recorded and woven into the installations. This inclusive process ensures the resulting soundscapes reflect the diversity and unity of human experience.

The Earth Harmonic Cosmograms honor cultural heritage and amplify the message of ecological harmony by integrating the voices and stories of communities. Careful attention is given to cultural sensitivity and ethical practices, ensuring that contributions are recognized and celebrated. By bridging ancient wisdom and collective creativity, these installations inspire deeper connections with the Earth and a shared vision for ecological stewardship.

*In the context of art, a “cosmogram” refers to a symbolic diagram or ground drawing that often represents the intersection of two realms, such as the spiritual and physical worlds. Originating from ancient cultures like India, West Africa, etc, cosmograms are cruciform or circular designs that can embody dualities, such as life and death, or the living and the ancestors. They are used to facilitate communication between different planes of existence and represent the continuity of life. In art, cosmograms can serve as a focal point for invoking deeper metaphysical meaning, guiding connections with the unseen or ancestral realms.