To celebrate Abstract Erotic: Louise Bourgeois, Eva Hesse, Alice Adams, The Research Forum is hosting a special morning of mindfulness, including an exhibition tour, meditation focusing on ekagrata (one-object) and a sound bath surrounded by impressionist and post-impressionist masterpieces.
Take the time to experience the extraordinary sculptures by Louise Bourgeois, Eva Hesse and Alice Adams with Courtauld’s Leyla Bumbra. Three pioneering artists of the 20th century who, in 1960s New York, produced startling new bodies of work turning modern sculpture on its head.
Through Victoria’s meditation we will further understand the ways in which these works foregrounded their shared commitment to using humour and abstract form. Through slow looking you will be able to ask important questions and take deeper meaning away from the works.
The early morning view will end with a sound bath hosted by Sophie in The Courtauld’s LVMH Great room. Allowing space for reflection, guests will be able to rethink how they feel in the space. They can ask how being mindful in the space challenges our preconceived binaries of masculine/feminine. Being immersed can ultimately cultivate a safe space to consider these structures, encouraging reinterpretation of the works in the space and beyond.
Guests will be asked to sit or lie on the floor so please bring a yoga mat to fully immerse yourself.
This event is organised by The Research Forum.
This session will be led by:
Sophie Teasdale is the founder of WellSATness, a community with a focus to share accessible ways to move from ‘fight or flight’ to a restorative & relaxed state within our mind, body and soul. Through Sound Baths, Breathwork, taking Action and Talking, Sophie provides sustainable ways of making wellness part of your everyday life. Sophie is an accredited Sound Healing Practitioner (IPHM) based South London and creates bespoke sound experiences for individuals and communities to leave you feeling recharged, calming your nervous system. Sound Healing is a wonderful balance of spiritual and scientific, working with subtle energies within us. This is your time, a space for you to rest and reset from the chaos of the world.
Victoria is a meditation facilitator based in London. They have facilitated meditation sessions for the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre since 2022 and are currently training as a yoga teacher. They are interested in how practices of embodied silence can foster care, community and resilience.
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