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Surrealist Objects: Fetish and Fantasy

Although the Surrealists worked with many of Freud’s conceptions, this talk focuses in on 'the fetish', how it inspired surrealist ‘objects’.

ProjectJapanese Culture Events, Past events

Embracing Pain and Pleasure in Japanese Culture

Join us as we navigate the complex interplay of sensations within these cultural expressions, offering a unique lens through which to appreciate the profound connections between pain, pleasure, and the cultural wisdom of Japan.

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Chimeras and Dreams as Reality : Symbolism in Visual Arts at the Dawn of the 20th Century

In this talk we will be discussing how in late 19th century Europe, illusions, chimeras, dreams and ideas became a new proposal of looking at the world.

ProjectJapanese Culture Events, Language and Culture Events, Past events

Japanese Calligraphy – ‘year’

Join our next Japanese calligraphy workshop exploring the kanji 'Nen, Toshi' which underscores the cyclical nature of life, emphasising the perpetual renewal and growth that each passing year brings. It encourages a collective embrace of the 'new,' urging individuals to approach each year with a spirit of optimism, resilience, and an openness to the opportunities for personal and communal advancement that the unfolding year presents.

ProjectJapanese Culture Events, Language and Culture Events, Past events

Japanese Calligraphy – ‘new’

The next Japanese calligraphy workshop will focus on kanji 新, which means 'new'. It encourages a forward-looking mindset, inspiring individuals to approach life with a sense of openness to new experiences, ideas, and possibilities.

ProjectJapanese Culture Events, Past events, Traditions and Beliefs Events

Exploring Japanese New Year Symbolism and Traditions

Drawing intriguing parallels with Western cultures, this talk will illuminate the unique perspectives each tradition brings to the concept of New Year, offering a cross-cultural understanding of the universal themes of renewal, reflection, and celebration that unite us all. Join us as we uncover the shared and distinct symbolism surrounding the transition to a new year in the East and West.