The Art and Craft of Labyrinths

Mentored by

Sacred Art of Geometry Studios Docherty

Location address: Forest Row, RH18 5JX
Chosen age group:

For ages: 18+ years

Available tickets:
Standard £130
Next date: None - message Mentor to express interest
A SUMMARY
I give you the end of a golden string; Only wind it into a ball, It will lead you in at Heavens gate, Built in Jerusalems wall. W. Blake Join us for a five-day immersive course exploring the philosophy and practice of labyrinths. A labyrinth is an ancient symbol that relates to wholeness. It combines the imagery of the circle and the spiral into a meandering but purposeful path. The Labyrinth represents a journey to our own centre and back again out into the world. Labyrinths have long been used as meditation and prayer tools. A labyrinth is an archetype with which we can have a direct experience. We can walk it. It is a metaphor for life's journey. It is a symbol that creates a sacred space and place and takes us out of our ego to "That Which Is Within." Labyrinths and mazes have often been confused. When most people hear of a labyrinth they think of a maze. A labyrinth is not a maze. A maze is like a puzzle to be solved. It has twists, turns, and blind alleys. It is a left-brain task that requires logical, sequential, analytical activity to find the correct path into the maze and out. A labyrinth has only one path. It is unicursal. The way in is the way out. There are no blind alleys. The path leads you on a circuitous path to the centre and out again. On this course, we will explore the design and construction of the Labyrinth, as well as the significant symbolism that lays beneath them. We will construct labyrinths including the classical seven circuits 'Cretan' and Chartres Labyrinth using compasses and straight-edge. Develop an understanding and appreciation of labyrinth forms - ancient and modern - from around the world: how, why, and for whom are they made? Develop your own labyrinth designs into 'block prints' for creating embossed finger labyrinths and prints, and create a ceramic tile labyrinth. -------------------------------------------- Participants requiring accommodation/meals may contact Emerson College directly for details and availability: Telephone: +44 (0)1342 822238 Web: http://www.emerson.org.uk/sacred-geometry Alternatively, for a list of local B&B/Hotel options and a wide range of Airbnb options are also available locally, please contact the mentor using the purple 'Contact Mentor' button. SAOG Studios is 20 min. by car/taxi from Gatwick Airport and an hour (approx) from London Victoria by train.
About your mentor
Sacred Art of Geometry Studios Docherty
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Daniel Docherty is co-founder and senior tutor at SAOG Studios, Emerson College and a visiting tutor at The Prince's Foundation School of Traditional Arts, London. Daniel is particularly interested in how the revered quadrivium (arithmetic, geometry, music and astronomy) inform the world’s artistic and cultural traditions. He lives with his family on the glorious Ashdown Forest.
Learning aims
Aim 1
Learn the art of labyrinth design and construction.
Aim 3
Learn the significance and symbolism and why the contemporary resurgence of interest in labyrinths.
Aim 5
Learn how to lay out and create a large walk through, candle lit labyrinth.
Aim 2
Develop an understanding and appreciation of labyrinth forms - ancient and modern.
Aim 4
Learn how to make embossed finger labyrinths and prints.
Pricing information
Ticket nameStandard
Price£130
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Where we'll be
SAOG Studios, Emerson College, Hartfield Road, Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5JX
WHAT’S PROVIDED
Drinks
Snacks
Equipment
Safety
Public Liability Insurance
First Aid Training
First Aid Kit
Smoke Detector

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No refunds are given except in the case of a cancellation by the Mentor.Please note: Places are secured on receipt of a minimum 50% course fee deposit. The deposit is non-refundable. The remainder of the course fees are payable no later than first day of course. The course fee includes all material expenses unless otherwise stated.

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