Time: 10:30am- 12:30pm on Wednesdays
Term Date: 04 March - 01 April
Presenter: Barbara Ryan
Location: Mandeville Place and Online via Zoom
Philosophy:
If we give attention to something, mind and body are at the same time and place.
Attention emanates from the creative principle itself, for it is the force of consciousness.
The beautiful and intricate patterns of geometry offer more than what we see. They are intended to illustrate the interconnection of all things.
Harmony and wholeness emanating from a single source.
Practice:
Using compass and straight edge to form patterns - built from circles, squares and diagonals - following the lawful and orderly rules of geometric construction.
This will require our undivided attention. And there is much to learn about attention.
The study of sacred geometry seeks to bring to light the realm of unity underlying the apparent world of diversity.
It is not merely the practical art of drawing patterns with a compass, although this too has much to teach us about attention, creativity and relationship.
We will be exploring some 4-fold and 12-fold patterns from the Coptic World. Designs from ancient Coptic churches and modern museums in Cairo.
Some patterns from as early as the 6th century.
WHAT MATERIALS DO I NEED?
(but if you already have one at home don’t buy another – most stationery shops will sell basic compasses if your budget doesn’t allow for the above recommendation)