Masters of the Elements
How does engaging with materials such as glass, clay, wire, and wood foster a sense of wellbeing?
In this hands-on exploration, I’ve been pursuing this question by learning with professional artists Gosha Nagashima and Ron Aloni.
photo by Gosha Nagashima
photo by Francesco Cavagnino
Central Questions
How do we delve into and grow with a material?
How do we overcome setbacks and creatively realise ideas?
Discovering the properties of a material and practicing wellbeing are very much alike.
*Both involve training the senses and attention.
* Both require patience and curiosity.
* Neither is ever finished.
