Social Dreaming Drawing - The 4 Elements
L'Étoile Studio - Art Space and Gallery · BS2
Every Monday at 6:15pm
£45 x 4 sessions
Art, Workshop
Discover the hidden currents of your mind and society through the transformative practice of Social Dreaming Drawing. Developed in the 1980s by Gordon Lawrence and inspired by Mersky (2017), this unique, non-therapeutic series combines shared dream narratives with visual expression. By using free association within a group setting, we move beyond words to reveal collective imagery, uncover cultural dynamics, and spark new creative connections. Over four dedicated sessions, we will journey through the four natural elements to decode the symbolic language of your dreams and translate them into individual and collaborative artwork. The 4-Session Journey: 🔥 Session 1: Fire | Passion, Anger & Transformation Explore dreams of blazing heat and controlled flames. We visualize the fire element to unlock intense emotions, creative drive, personal upheaval, and the power of purification. 💧 Session 2: Water | Intuition, Cleansing & Emotional Flow Dive into dreams of oceans, rain, or floods. This session focuses on the fluid landscape of the subconscious, examining how we navigate emotional depths, healing, and the currents of change. 🌱 Session 3: Earth | Grounding, Stability & Ancestral Roots Connect with dreams of landscapes, soil, mountains, or structures. We explore themes of physical grounding, stability, belonging, and the foundational patterns within our socio-cultural context. 💨 Session 4: Air | Intellect, Freedom & Invisible Currents Ascend into dreams of flying, wind, storms, or empty spaces. This final session focuses on the unseen forces in our lives: communication, mental clarity, inspiration, and the collective atmosphere we share. 🎨 All Materials Provided: No prior artistic or drawing experience is necessary. 🌿 A Mindful Sanctuary: Held inside a creative space designed for grounding and mindfulness.