there are many reasons why artists trick us and this talk is about some of the reasons, pleasures, movements, developments and greatest examples!
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Unseen Energies: depicting the spirit in 19th and 20th century art
This talk introduces the spiritual artists of the 19th century and aims to discuss why they wanted to depict the soul and how we might approach their earnest work with our own present-day humanity.
Visualising Visions: art and mysticism across space and time
The history of art is filled with visions of other worlds, experiences of ecstasy and the invisible recesses of the mind. This talk looks at how humans visually depicted their experiences of the divine.
Illusions and Magic in Victorian Entertainment
In this lecture we dive into the Victorian world of illusions, visions and mesmerising scams that left many people confused and very often-a few hard-earned shillings poorer.
Poetry Reading: Visions and Illusions
Join us for an unforgettable evening where actor Matthew Peter-Carter will bring poems to life, immersing us in the beauty of language and emotion.
Japanese Calligraphy – ‘shodo’
You are invited to join our next Japanese Calligraphy event, where we practice a new kanji - shodo, the way of writing.
Japanese Calligraphy – ‘quest’
Join our next Japanese Calligraphy workshop when we will learn a new kanji meaning 'quest' or 'search'.
Dharma – An Examination of Purpose
This talk will explore what Dharma is and discuss the role of choice, the pleasurable and the good will through the lens of Hinduism and Vedic wisdom.
The Mythic Quest for Meaning
From ancient fireside tales to modern cinematic universes, humanity has always turned to mythic stories to make sense of the world. Join this lecture to discover them!
From Darkness to Light: painting philosophy in the Italian Renaissance
Join us for an illuminating talk that delves into the philosophy of Neoplatonism which had a profound influence on the art and culture of Renaissance.