John Lane

John Lane is a painter, author and educator. He was Chairman of the Dartington Hall Trust, founding director of the Beaford Arts Centre, and instrumental in the creation of Schumacher College. His books include The Living Tree: Art and the Sacred, A Snake’s Tail Full of Ants: Art, Ecology and Consciousness and Timeless Simplicity: Creative Living in a Consumer Society (all published by Green Books).

    John's Books

    The Spirit of Silence

    Making Space for Creativity

    The Spirit of Silence is for those who wish to look beyond the speed and superficiality of our modern lifestyle to find depth and spiritual space. It is devoted to clearing the clutter from our minds, and to feeding the creative heart and soul.

    Timeless Beauty

    In the Arts and Everyday Life

    John Lane calls us to awaken to the possibilities of a culture that recognizes the importance of beauty, and to acknowledge that we are only fully human when in contact with the beautiful.

    Timeless Simplicity

    Creative Living in a Consumer Society

    This is a book about living the simple life: learning how to enjoy every bit of life.

    Images of Earth & Spirit

    A Resurgence Art Anthology

    Images of Earth & Spirit features the work of over fifty artists featured in the pages of Resurgence magazine: over 140 sumptuous illustrations accompanied by interviews and insights into their work. The work of these artists speaks of a new sense of the universe, a new sense of spirituality, holism and interconnectedness, openness and non-determinism. It gives hope for the renewal of life in the future.