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Observation, experimental drawing and self-discovery
Visual art is always about the act of looking, and what you are able to see reveals an aspect of yourself, no matter what the apparent subject matter. There are many ways of looking and this short course is about experimenting with the act of observation and self-recognition, explored through the act of drawing.
This intensive workshop will help you to explore looking and seeing by means of drawing on location in the Burren and in the college studios. Rather than setting out to make pictures of what we see, we will explore different ways of looking – the gaze; the glance; the glimpse; the scrutinising stare; and others. We will also experiment with mark making ranging from wild scribble to measured marks to performative gesture. Our subject matter will include the land and its weather; the human figure at rest and in motion; interior spaces; found objects; the fall of light; and mediated images. There will also be an introduction to some of the theory of looking and personality difference. However, the core of this workshop will constantly be the practice of observing and drawing, and the discoveries to which they lead.
Each day will commence with a short introduction followed by either a visit to a selected location for field work, or studio work at the college (the weather will determine the details of the schedule). There will also be two short illustrated talks. Each participant will have dedicated studio space with access 24/7, with opportunities to work on a very large scale if desired. Some previous experience is necessary and this course is not suitable for absolute beginners. This workshop is open to a maximum of 16 participants
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About Burren College of Art
To be a hothouse for artists, led by artists – reflective and challenging; remote and connected; at the confluence of cultures.
- Respect for the inpidual;
- Commitment to excellence;
- Support for students and colleagues;
- Community spirit.
Providing Time, Space and Inspiration for artists in the unique Burren landscape was the founding principle of the We_They. Liberation from rigid programming and opportunity for intense focus has helped the many artists who have studied at the college to find their artistic voice.
While reflection and introspection are essential to the creative process, the contemporary artist's unique insight is relelvant only when it connects with and engages the wider world. The Burren, a microcosm of society, provides a rich context from which to connect with wider issues.
Creativity is the source of the We_They. Establishing the college was the innovative response of a highly creative inpidual. To date, the core of the Burren experience has been the education of artists, with ecology, law, archaeology, business, leadership and other subjects as background elements. Our new vision unites these disciplines and aims to connect creativity to all academic disciplines through our centre for creative learning.
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