Lerab Ling - Art and Meditation

ART, EMOTIONS AND MEDITATION

Discover the power of creativity, mindfulness, and intuition

Date: from 2 to 3 August

This unique workshop invites you to explore the interplay between creativity and emotional balance, uncovering your natural capacity for wisdom and self-expression. Join renowned artist and teacher David Rycroft for an inspiring retreat where art and mindfulness meet.

Through guided artistic exercises, individual feedback, and group sharing, you’ll:

See the world from fresh perspectives, breaking free from habitual concepts.
Explore emotions and abstract expression through art.
Tap into your intuition and inner wellspring of inspiration.
Cultivate relaxation while maintaining clarity and focus.

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> REGISTRATION

Please register 36 hours before the event at the latest
> PRACTICAL INFO

START Saturday 18 May – 10am
END Monday 20 May – 4pm

CHECK-IN AND PICK-UP BADGES / KEYS
Friday 17 May: 2-6pm and Saturday 18 May 9-9.45am
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CONTRIBUTION to the event - €168
(Does not include accommodation and meals)

LANGUAGES
Teachings: English, French
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DAVID RYCROFT

ChungYingYang Bio Icon David Rycroft is an international artist whose paintings celebrate the vitality, balance and naturalness of both the physical world and the human spirit. He has been teaching art and meditation for over 20 years.
After exhibitions in Paris (UNESCO) and London, his most recent work, "Arbres de Lumières", can be seen at the Galerie Ancien Courrier in Montpellier.
David has a Masters in Buddhist Studies and is co-founder of Mind With Heart, an international charity bringing tools for emotional health into schools.

PROVISIONAL SCHEDULE

Saturday 18
10.00am - Introduction, meditation
10.30am - Exploring the tool-box: some preliminary exercises
11.30am - Painting: exploring colour harmonies
Lunch break
02.00pm - Abstract art and emotions
03.00pm - Compositions in nature
04.45pm - Sharing and meditation

Sunday 19
09.30am - Meditation
10.00am - Buddha images, zen calligraphy and tantric mandalas: exploring the power of art
Lunch break
02.00pm - Meditation
03.00pm - Contemplative painting in nature
04.45pm - Sharing and meditation

Monday 20
09.30am - Meditation
10.00am - Masterpiece or master peace?
Lunch break
02.00pm - Meditation
02.30pm - Pulling together and letting go
03.30pm - Sharing and conclusion

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> FINANCIAL SUPPORT

Our commitment is for everyone who wishes to come to Lerab Ling, to have access to our programmes, whatever their financial circumstances. We offer different options for those who are unable to pay the standard contribution.

More info about Lerab Ling financial support for attending our retreats/events.
> STAY WITH US: ACCOMMODATION & MEALS

You can book your meals and/or onsite accommodation when registering for the retreat/event. For more information on our accommodation and meals click here

Otherwise, there's also accommodations in surrounding villages
> PREPARE FOR YOUR STAY

All you need to know before coming