Cecil Collins and Creativity
“We only live when we turn toward our Source”
Michael Chaitow
Cecil Collins was a highly Creative Painter and Teacher, and a pioneer in the resurgence of the Visionary in Art. His central theme is the Great Happiness, the paradise we come from, for which we always yearn and which is restored to us through the creative imagination. As a student, Michael studied with him for nearly 10 years as well as being a personal friend for over 20 years.
During this day workshop we will view two films on the Paintings and Teaching of Cecil Collins. We will also explore some of his Creative teaching methods through some simple practical Drawing and Brush and Wash studies.
“The real Creative Nature is one which reconciles opposites by absorbing them into a third thing, an absolute”
“The world of time and space is the world of contraction of consciousness; space-time is embryonic consciousness”
Cecil Collins
Time-table
10am |
Gathering and introduction |
10:30 |
Arts Council Film: “The Eye of the Heart” |
11:45 |
Morning break Tea/ Coffee |
12:00 |
Preparation for practical studies: Intro. and start. |
1–1:30pm |
Lunch break |
1: 30pm |
Continuation of practical Drawing and Brush & Wash studies |
2:45pm |
Afternoon break Tea / Coffee |
3 – 4pm |
`One Pair of Eyes` Channel 4 film on life and work of Cecil Collins. |
Drawing, Brush and Wash Materials, will be available for those participating to use or people can also bring their own materials.
