About: Joseph Boquiren

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Joseph Boquiren is a cat (figuratively speaking) who practices a little Zen, teaches a little yoga, writes comics, and makes his home with his lovely wife in Portland, Oregon. The goal of Samadhi Pants (if there is one) is to make yoga and mindful living safe, fun(ny) and accessible for both beginners and seasoned practitioners alike. Joseph Boquiren is available for portraits and private commissions. Contact him at jboquiren@comcast.net. Previous work is available for viewing on his website and Facebook page.
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Voices of Nonviolence.

by on Jul 2, 2012

The Arab Spring, The Syrian uprising, the Saffron Uprising in Myanmar, even my own native country’s almost bloodless overthrow of its homegrown dictator (Ferdinand Marcos) prompted me to write this strip.

Asanas through the Ages.

by on Jun 25, 2012

Many yoga poses have evolved over time. The two touchstones of comparisons that I used are the ‘Hatha Yoga Pradapika’ written during the 14th century and ‘Light on Yoga’ written in 1966.

Who We Are.

by on Mar 12, 2012

This is an adaptation of a famous quote by the American poet John Ciardi. Increasingly, many of us-myself included-are becoming nursemaids to our electronic devices.

Wonder Woman Practices Yoga.

by on Mar 5, 2012

Wonder Woman puts in a little practice between endless chores of fighting crime, reboots, and costume changes. Her costume is designed by the legendary Jamie McKelvie.

Silly Yoga Pose Names

by on Jan 9, 2012

I’ve encountered these pose names from both teachers and students during my several years of practice. The poses aren’t really trademarked. One can also read this as a statement on the corrosive, balkanizing practice of ‘branding’ yoga in this country.