Approaching Shunbun no Hi, the Japanese holiday during the vernal equinox, we would like to invite you to celebrate the arrival of spring, a symbol of new life and explore the Japanese approach to a long life and vitality.
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Astrology and the Renaissance World View
Using texts and sources spanning across literature, drama and contemporary politics, in this talk we explore the importance of Astrology to the Renaissance World View and what implications it may have for our own renewed interest in astrology.
The Women that History Forgot
Join us for a journey to uncover names of incredible women who had been erased from the narratives we know about greatness, innovation, power and bravery.
Taking the Abstract Out of Abstract Art
In this session Art Historian, Bojana Popovic, will discuss some of the most important abstract paintings of the 20th century and try to offer an insight into works of art that can, at times, seem inaccessible or daunting.
Japanese Calligraphy: Tea
This is a series of workshops designed by Azumi Uchitani to explore Japanese culture through the art of calligraphy and language. We will finalise our spring season with the last calligraphy session and the character 茶 Cha (Tea).
Japanese Calligraphy: 男 Otoko (Man)
In May, we have the Boys day, Tango not Sekku to celebrate the growth of the sons of the family. Tango not Sekku is also known as Ayame no hi (Iris festival).
Japanese Calligraphy: 桜 Sakura
This is a series of workshops designed by Azumi Uchitani to explore Japanese culture through the art of calligraphy and language. Our forth session is designed to celebrate one of the iconic symbols of Japan - Sakura.
Japanese Calligraphy: 春 Haru (Spring)
This is a series of workshops designed by Azumi Uchitani to explore Japanese culture through the art of calligraphy and language. For our third session, we picked a symbol 春 Haru (Spring).
Japanese Calligraphy: 桃 Momo (Peach)
This is a series of workshops designed by Azumi Uchitani to explore Japanese culture through the art of calligraphy and language. Our 2nd session of the season is dedicated to 桃 Momo (Peach).
Japanese Calligraphy: 女 Onna (Woman)
This 1st spring session will focus on character 女 Onna (Woman) and explore the Art of Femininity. On the third day of March Japan celebrates a national Girl’s day & Hina Matsuri, Dolls festival to commemorate growth, happiness, and prosperity of young girls.