Getting to know trees and nature through mindful drawing and markmaking We will use art and our senses to enjoy observing, feeling and becoming familiar with trees, leaves, and forest floor. Working in the beautiful countryside outside Lenzie, near Glasgow, we will make sketchbook pieces and larger artworks in the indoor workshop as well as […]
Japanese Sho Calligraphy and Markmaking We will practice calligraphy with traditional Japanese sumi ink and fude brushes on washi paper, suitable for complete beginners. Beginning simply making marks with the ink, then working from inspiring Chinese and Japanese characters, relating to nature, meditation or poetry. This is a practice where we can enjoy using ink […]
Peaceful practice following the Heart Sutra The practice of Shakyo is a meditative and spiritual practice offered in many temples in Japan. It often starts with a bow before beginning to slowly trace the original text of a chosen Buddhist Sutra. We will trace the Heart Sutra which is inspiring and beautifully written. People do […]
Japanese Sho Calligraphy and Markmaking We will practice calligraphy with traditional Japanese sumi ink and fude brushes on washi paper, suitable for complete beginners. Beginning simply making marks with the […]
Easygoing and fun group doodling, drawing, being creative and finding inspiration. Great way to de-stress and relax. Come and enjoy taking part in our relaxed community art group at Centre81 […]
Easygoing and fun group doodling, drawing, being creative and finding inspiration. Great way to de-stress and relax. Come and enjoy taking part in our relaxed community art group at Centre81 […]
Japanese Sho Calligraphy and Markmaking We will practice calligraphy with traditional Japanese sumi ink and fude brushes on washi paper, suitable for complete beginners. Beginning simply making marks with the […]
Blair organises, runs and co-runs several events, many of which are art and meditation related. Some are free community groups and others have an admission charge, most are through the D+P Studio and some Glasgow Zen Group. Please have a look at each event and feel free to come along and join!
