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Hilma af Klint "The Five"

Explore theory and methods used in Hilma af Klint's circle "The Five" in this workshop of automatism, color theory, symbolism, and spiritual abstraction.

 Schedule

Date: Friday, July 3rd
Time: 8:30-10:30pm
Location: Tompkins Square Park, East Village

Date: Saturday, July 11th
Time: 8:30-10:30pm
Location: Tompkins Square Park, East Village

Date: Saturday, July 18th
Time: 8:30-10:30pm
Location: Tompkins Square Park, East Village

Date: Saturday, July 25th
Time: 8:30-10:30pm
Location: Tompkins Square Park, East Village

Date: Friday, August 7th
Time: 8-10pm
Location: Tompkins Square Park, East Village

Date: Friday, August 14th
Time: 8-10pm
Location: McCarren Park, Brooklyn

Date: Friday, August 21st
Time: 8-10pm
Location: Tompkins Square Park, East Village

Date: TBA
Time: TBA
Location: TBA

What's included?

  • 9 x 12 Sketchbook
  • Visual Guide (New!)

Provided materials

Pencil, colored pencils, inks, and pastels.

Learning program

After the workshop, get free access to our new online learning program!

What will you do?

1. Learn

Theory and methodology of spiritual abstraction formed in Hilma af Klint's séance circle, The Five.
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2. Practice

Writing and drawing automatism exercises.

3. Identify

Identify symbolic lines, shapes, and forms in abstractions.

4. Color Theory

Learn how af Klint used color to communicate ideas and emotions.

5. Create

Practice automatism, symbolism, color theory, and spiritual abstraction.
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6. Experience

Participate in a reenactment of The Five séance session.
Workshop Note:
We are not presenting the séance reenactment as a supernatural or religious practice. We are reenacting the structure of The Five’s creative process. The activity is designed as a historically inspired creative exercise connected to Hilma af Klint’s artistic methods.

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Frequent Questions

What happens after I purchase a ticket?

You'll first receive a confirmation email, then a day before the workshop, you'll receive an email with directions or special instructions. 

What is the refund policy?

You can get a refund until 7 days before the workshop date.  We're  also fine with moving you to a future date.

For outdoor workshops, what happens if it rains?

If there is heavy rain in the forecast 2 hours before the workshop starts, we'll let you know it's been canceled and reschedule the group, or you can choose the next available date.

Do I have to bring materials?

No, all art materials are provided.  However, we don't provide water for outdoor workshops, so bring hydration and dress accordingly.

When do I get the extras?

You'll receive the extras after you finish the workshop.

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