The Art of Dorodango (Japanese Mindfulness & Art) - Free Event

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Join artist Sana Obaid for this free Dorodango Workshop at Springburn Auditorium which will explore this popular Japanese craft!

About The Art of Dorodango (Japanese Mindfulness & Art) - Free Event

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Free event - please book your free tickets via our website at www.auditoriumcic.com

Dorodango is a Japanese craft which involves making small balls of mud and polishing them with wet fingers to make them smooth. This craft is popular among children in Japan, but adults also take part in it as a hobby or artistic form.

Dorodango transcends mere artistry; it is a gateway to profound meditation and creative expression; a process that demands complete attention, fostering mindfulness and focus. Through my personal experience of crafting dorodango, I have discovered a deep connection with the earth—a profound sense of care and humility. While the act of shaping a simple mud ball may seem deceptively easy, attaining the perfect, radiant sphere requires patience, unwavering focus, and unwavering dedication. As you hold the earth in your hands and transform it into something sublime, a sense of humility washes over you. The act of creation, rooted in the elemental nature of mud, imparts invaluable lessons—simple yet profound. By truly immersing yourself in the process, your mind finds tranquillity, and you unearth the wisdom that lies within the simplicity of each step. Dorodango becomes a unique and meditative endeavour—one that fosters connectivity not only with the Earth but also with our inner selves.

In this workshop, we aspire to delve into the transformative power of dorodango, weaving together the threads of meditation and creative expression. By embracing the simplicity of this ancient craft, we embark on a journey of self-discovery and connect deeply with the world around us. May this humble path, where the act of moulding mud becomes a profound testament to the artistry of existence itself.

We ask that children aged 10 and under are accompanied by an adult. Anyone under the age of 16 should bring a consent form from a legal guardian allowing them to participate in the workshop. For further workshop details contact k.garden1@student.gsa.ac.uk or the Auditorium via the website.

Lead Artist: Sana Obaid
Curated by Katie Garden @ktgardenstudio

Refreshments will be available.
Our venue is fully accessible, however we regret that our toilets on site are not wheelchair accessible.

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