My name is Tokpa Korlo and I am an American photographer, filmmaker and musician. My work is a continuing effort to bring the Dharma to this world through photography, video and music, and with it the naturally blossoming passionate expression of depth, color and light. My sincere wish is that I can continue to offer my art to the world.

PLEASE NOTE: All of my photos, videos, music and fundraising activities are completely independent of Karmapa and his Private Office, and Lama Ole and Diamond Way Buddhism International.Following the advice of Shamar Rinpoche, I left the USA in search of finding my life’s purpose and meaning in the world of Dharma. When he passed away, I was requested to follow his body from Germany to Kathmandu where he was to be cremated, a journey of seven weeks that was to change my life forever. Now I am Dharma volunteer, and for the past six years I have been traveling the world documenting the activity and lives of some of the world’s most prominent Buddhist masters. I have always been independent, speaking freely from my own feelings and experiences, and in the process, I discovered my true voice, my calling, and my purpose.My work is a labor of love. I believe that the work I do should be available to everyone. I have shared and given my work to magazines, centers, individuals and organizations in the hope that they may benefit from it or simply enjoy it. While I do not enjoy asking for help, I have learned over the years that many people cherish the opportunity to take part in what I do. I am a working professional who has decided to use his life in the support of Dharma, and I rely on supporters, sponsors, and generous patrons to keep this work going. I count myself extraordinarily fortunate to be able to define my life in this way. Your support of my project directly funds and makes possible the continuation of my work, my dream, and the fulfillment of my life’s purpose.

Dharma Imagery Project