Nicholas Kirsten-Honshin is influenced by the sacred meditational space of the transcendental archetypal symbols of Christianity, Zen and Tibetan Buddhism, as well as the shamanistic practices of the world's perennial philosophies. Thich Nhat Hanh's words have inspired many over the years to embark on a more peaceful and mindful path. Nominated for a Nobel Prize in 1967 by Dr. Martin Luther King, Nhat Hanh's gentle Buddhism teaches that transformation and inspiration are found in mindfulness of the present moment.
Amber Lotus's other products featuring the art of Nicholas Kirsten-Honshin include greeting cards, a Thich Nhat Hanh mini calendar, and a Thich Nhat Hanh wall calendar. Amber Lotus calendars have been illuminating spirit in the world for 25 years.