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La Fabra Centre d'Art Contemporani
La Fabra Centre d'Art Contemporani
La propuesta de esta actividad es ir a participar en una visita comentada a La Fabra Centre d'Art Contemporani, y a las dos exposiciones temporales que se celebran actualmente en el centro situado en la Fábrica de Creació Fabra i Coats. La primera exposición que se visitará es *“Como piedras en las manos, ascuas y llamas”,* la muestra, comisariada por Chiara Cartuccia, reúne las obras de cuatro artistas internacionales que exploran el entrelazamiento entre los procesos de ruina y las historias de resistencia en las culturas del mediterráneo. Artistas: Marianne Fahmy ( Alejandría , 1992), Joyce Joumaa (Beirut, 1998), Huda Takriti (Damasco, 1990) y Hasan Özgür Top (Ankara, 1987). La segunda exposición que visitaremos es *LALIRIO,* comisariada por Claudia Elies, directora del centro. En la muestra se presentan tres instalaciones del dúo andaluz Fuentesal Arenilla que tienen como hilo conductor diversas piezas textiles de gran formato que, al igual que la flor de un lirio de mar, son capaces de cambiar sin perder su forma original. Actividad gratuita
"AR-DE"(ARTE & DESIGN CIRCUIT EN POBLENOU) VISITAS GRATIS + TOMAR ALGO!
"AR-DE"(ARTE & DESIGN CIRCUIT EN POBLENOU) VISITAS GRATIS + TOMAR ALGO!
**Volvemos a** **"AR-DE"! Como el año pasado, visitaremos el Circuito de Galerías de Arte, Diseño y Museos del distrito creativo del Poblenou**, que tiene como objetivo acercar al público los espacios de ARTE y DISEÑO que participan. **Haremos una visita gratis a distintos lugares en un perímetro que nos permitirá verlos andando en una misma tarde!** **Y al acabar las visitas...iremos a tomar algo por aquella zona.** **PUNTO DE ENCUENTRO**: 18h en el sitio indicado por mensaje a las personas apuntadas, para empezar nuestro recorrido cultural! **PRECIO**: **Gratis!!** Sólo se dará **1€ de aportación (se da exacto, en moneda, al llegar)** al organizador para contribuir al pago del grupo a Meetup. **PLAZAS LIMITADAS!** **NOTA**: Desapuntarse de la actividad el mismo día sin ningún aviso supone 1 No Show. El 2º No Show significará la exclusión del grupo. .............. **We'll come back to "AR-DE"! As the last year,we´ll visit to the Circuit of Art Galleries, Design and Museums, in the creative district of Poblenou,** which aims to bring participating ART and DESIGN spaces closer to the public. **We'll be taking a FREE TOUR of different venues within a perimeter that will allow us to see them all on foot in a single afternoon!** **And after the visits...we'll go for a drink in that area.** **MEETING POINT:** 18h at the place indicated by message to the people signed up, to begin our cultural tour! **PRICE: Free!! Only 1€** contribution will be given (given exactly, in currency, upon arrival) to the organizer to contribute to the group's payment to Meetup. **LIMITED PLACES!** **ATTENTION:** Dismissing the activity on the same day without any notice means 1 No Show. The 2nd No Show will mean exclusion from the group.
"AR-DE"(ART & DESIGN CIRCUIT IN POBLENOU) FREE VISITS + GO FOR A DRINK!
"AR-DE"(ART & DESIGN CIRCUIT IN POBLENOU) FREE VISITS + GO FOR A DRINK!
**We'll come back to "AR-DE"! the Circuit of Art Galleries, Design and Museums in the creative district of Poblenou,** which aims to bring participating ART and DESIGN spaces closer to the public. **We'll be taking a FREE TOUR of different venues within a perimeter that will allow us to see them all on foot in a single afternoon!** **And after the visits...we'll go for a drink in that area!** **MEETING POINT:** 18h at the place indicated by message to the people signed up, to begin our cultural tour! **PRICE: Free!! Only 1€** contribution will be given (given exactly, in currency, upon arrival) to the organizer to contribute to the group's payment to Meetup. **LIMITED PLACES!** **ATTENTION:** Dismissing the activity on the same day without any notice means 1 No Show. The 2nd No Show will mean exclusion from the group. ........ **Volveremos a** **"AR-DE"! el circuito de Galerías de Arte, Diseño y Museos del distrito creativo del Poblenou**, que tiene como objetivo acercar al público los espacios de ARTE y DISEÑO que participan. **Haremos un tour de visitas gratis a distintos lugares en un perímetro que nos permitirá verlos andando en una misma tarde!** **Y al acabar las visitas...iremos a tomar algo por aquella zona!** **PUNTO DE ENCUENTRO**: 18h en el sitio indicado por mensaje a las personas apuntadas, para empezar nuestro recorrido cultural! **PRECIO**: **Gratis!!** Sólo se dará **1€ de aportación (se da exacto, en moneda, al llegar)** al organizador para contribuir al pago del grupo a Meetup. **PLAZAS LIMITADAS!** NOTA: Desapuntarse de la actividad el mismo día sin ningún aviso supone 1 No Show. El 2º No Show significará la exclusión del grupo.
Pintura Neón en Barcelona: Fondo Marino (Tortuga) 🐢✨
Pintura Neón en Barcelona: Fondo Marino (Tortuga) 🐢✨
🐢✨ **¡Fondo Marino Neón!** ✨🐢 Bajo el mar… pero con energía de rave elegante. Pintaremos una tortuga cruzando un océano pop con siluetas, corales y burbujas, con un fondo que brilla en azules y verdes (efecto neón). Es un diseño **nivel fácil**, pensado para que disfrutes aunque no hayas pintado nunca. Aquí no hay corrientes, solo buen rollo y un ambiente artístico muy “instagrameable”, con opción de luces de neón y música a volumen conversación. **Qué incluye** – 2 horas de actividad guiada. – Materiales completos (lienzo, pinturas, pinceles). – Barra libre de bebida durante la actividad: vino tinto, vino blanco, Aperol, cerveza y refrescos varios. – Te llevas tu cuadro al final. **Cómo funciona** – Llegas, eliges tu sitio y te ponemos en marcha. – Hacemos el dibujo base, bloqueamos fondo y subimos contraste para el efecto neón. – Rematamos siluetas y detalles (burbujas, corales, “glow”). **Horario** Actividad de unas 2 horas (llega 10–15 min antes para empezar a tiempo). **Pago** Precio: **30€**. Se paga **en el local al llegar**. Para que el evento salga perfecto, te pedimos que si finalmente no vienes, canceles tu RSVP con tiempo (así otra persona puede ocupar la plaza). **Ubicación** Academia de Marte (Sants). Carrer Sant Fructuós 84, Local 1. Puedes entrar 15 min antes llamando al timbre. Metro: Plaça Espanya (L3) / Hostafrancs (L1). **Nivel** Fácil. Vienes a pasarlo bien, no a sufrir. *** 🐢✨ **Neon Painting Night: Underwater Turtle** ✨🐢 Paint a beginner-friendly neon-style sea turtle scene with glowing blue/green underwater vibes. No experience needed — we guide you step by step and you take your canvas home. **Includes:** – 2-hour guided activity – All painting materials included – Open bar during the activity: red wine, white wine, Aperol, beer and soft drinks. **Price:** **30€**, pay at the venue on arrival. Please cancel your RSVP if you can’t make it (limited spots). Location: Academia de Marte, Carrer Sant Fructuós 84-86
Sensual&Creative Flow -Blooming Body
Sensual&Creative Flow -Blooming Body
We are coming together again! We’ll **dance together, explore movement, and awaken our bodily senses**, discovering the pleasure of moving, expressing, and connecting with your own energy and with others. **To be alive is to feel and to create.** **This workshop is a space to turn the soil before you bloom.** If you feel like something inside you wants to move but just won’t get going… if you’re in a limbo between the end of hibernation and the first hints of light, unsure of where you are, how your body feels, or what it needs to wake up, this workshop is for you. **Part 1 — Listening** * Notice what has built up over the winter: what **nourishes** you and what **weighs** you down. * Tune into your body today: what needs to **relax**, and what needs more **energy** and **activation**. * Understand what you need to step fully into spring’s energy. * **Part 2 — Activation** * Activate your **core** to place muscular tone where it’s needed most. * Awaken your skin and reconnect with the **pleasure** of simply feeling. * Let this flow of **sensation** fuel your **creative energy.** * Wake up your creative energy through movement and group connection — BY **DANCING**! **You’ll leave** with a body that feels clearer and more ready: relaxed where it needs to let go, active where it needs to support, lighter from what you’ve released, and with a clear mind to focus your creative energy on what comes next.
Atelier Painting Class | All levels
Atelier Painting Class | All levels
**3-hour studio session – Materials included – €25** **Languages: English**↓ **\| Español** ↓↓ **\| Русский** ↓↓↓ This is a guided painting session designed for both beginners and experienced painters who want consistent, structured practice in a calm atelier environment. You are free to work on your own project, or you can choose from structured exercises designed to strengthen technique and artistic understanding. **How the class works** * 3-hour studio session * Individual guidance throughout * Academic foundation in drawing and painting * Free choice of topic, technique and style You may: * Paint from life (still life setups available) * Work from reference * Study master paintings * Practice human figure from printed reference * Develop a personal project The format is flexible, the guidance is precise. **What makes this class different** The session takes place in a cosy sunlit atelier and is very relaxed and slow. Students create at their own rhythm, but with clear direction and constructive feedback on composition, colour and technique. **Materials** All basic painting materials are included in the price. **Price** €25 per session **Group Size** Maximum 5 people **Español:** **Sesión de estudio de 3 horas – Materiales incluidos – 25 €** Esta es una sesión de pintura guiada diseñada tanto para principiantes como para pintores con experiencia que buscan una práctica constante y estructurada en un ambiente de taller tranquilo. Puedes trabajar en tu propio proyecto o elegir entre ejercicios estructurados diseñados para fortalecer la técnica y la comprensión artística. **Como funciona la clase** **Sesión de estudio de 3 horas** Orientación individual durante toda la sesión Base académica en dibujo y pintura Elección libre de tema, técnica y estilo Puedes: * Pintar del natural (bodegones disponibles) * Trabajar a partir de referencias * Estudiar pinturas de maestros * Practicar figura humana a partir de referencias impresas * Desarrollar un proyecto personal El formato es flexible, pero la orientación es precisa. **Que hace diferente a esta clase** La sesión se realiza en un **atelier acogedor y luminoso**, con una atmósfera tranquila y pausada. Los estudiantes trabajan a su propio ritmo, pero con **dirección clara y retroalimentación constructiva** sobre composición, color y técnica. **Materiales** Todos los **materiales básicos de pintura están incluidos** en el precio. **Precio** **25 € por sesión** **Tamaño del grupo** **Máximo 5 personas** **Русский** **3-часовое занятие – Материалы включены – 25 €** Приглашаю Вас на занятие по живописи с преподавателем, предназначенное как для начинающих, так и для художников с опытом, которые хотят регулярно практиковаться в спокойной атмосфере ателье. Вы можете работать над собственным проектом или выбрать структурированные упражнения, направленные на развитие техники и художественного понимания. **Как проходит занятие** **3-часовая студийная сессия** Индивидуальные рекомендации на протяжении всей сессии Академическая база рисунка и живописи Свободный выбор темы, техники и стиля Вы можете: * Писать с натуры (доступны постановки натюрморта) * Работать по референсам * Изучать картины мастеров * Практиковать человеческую фигуру по печатным референсам * Развивать собственный художественный проект Формат гибкий, но руководство точное. **Что отличает этот класс** Занятие проходит в **уютном, залитом солнечным светом ателье** в спокойной и размеренной атмосфере. Студенты работают в своём ритме, получая **чёткие рекомендации и конструктивную обратную связь** по композиции, цвету и технике. **Материалы** Все **основные материалы для живописи включены** в стоимость. **Цена** **25 € за сессию** **Размер группы** **Максимум 5 человек**

Art History Events This Week

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CHARLA: GEOPOLÍTICA DEL ESTRECHO DE ORMUZ (IRÁN)
CHARLA: GEOPOLÍTICA DEL ESTRECHO DE ORMUZ (IRÁN)
**Por indisponibilidad de la ponente, la Dra Rokayah Navarro me veo obligado a suspender esta charla el dia 15 de marzo, como estaba prevista inicialmente y trasladarla al 29 de marzo. Disculpad! recibiréis un mail explicativo aquellos que ya estabais apuntados. Os guardo la plaza pra el dia 29! Por favor si estás apuntado/a a esta charla confirmame via mail o meet up que has leído este aviso o el que te enviaré al email** Hola a tod@s, Continuamos nuestras charlas mensuales en el café La Opera. ¡La realidad se impone! Aunque os había prometido una charla sobre Groenlandia, pospondremos este tema para tratar en profundidad uno de los puntos actualmente más calientes del planeta: el estrecho de Ormuz. Aunque yo estaré presente, no realizaré la charla directamente, sino que contaremos con una PONENTE INVITADA: la Doctora Rokayah Navarro de la Universidad de Barcelona Dado que habitualmente se queda mucha gente en lista de espera he programado esta misma charla en dos fechas diferentes (el 15 y el 21 de marzo) , para que podáis venir tod@s los que queráis. Titulo de esta sesión: GEOPOLÍTICA DEL ESTRECHO DE ORMUZ SINOPSIS: El ataque de Trump sobre Irán y el asesinato de Jamenei, líder supremo del régimen teocrático iraní, ha provocado el cierre del Estrecho de Ormutz por parte de las autoridades iraníes. En esta sesión comprenderemos el valor geopolítico de esta zona, por donde pasa el 20% de la producción de hidrocarburos mundial. ¿Qué repercursiones puede tener la escalada militar provocada por EUA e Israel en la zona? ¿Cuáles pueden ser las graves consecuencias económicas que puede provocar su cierre? ¿Puede el mundo soportar el bloqueo del estrecho de Ormutz por mucho tiempo? RESUMEN DEL PLAN: 11:30h Charla: GEOPOLÍTICA DEL ESTRECHO DE ORMUZ A cargo de la Doctora Rokayah Navarro Duración de la charla: 60-75 minutos A continuación preguntas y tertulia abierta Lugar: En el primer piso del mítico Café la Opera (Las Ramblas). Sala reservada exclusivamente para nosotros, donde podrás disfrutar de una bebida mientras escucháis **Aforo limitado. Por favor se ruega compromiso, si no vais a venir desapuntaos previamente.** Precio: 14 Eu (consumición aparte) Muchas gracias de antemano a tod@s, ¡Os esperamos! Miguel
SHIP-MUSEUM! "ART EXPLORA FESTIVAL" (RESERVED TICKETS) + GO FOR A DRINK!
SHIP-MUSEUM! "ART EXPLORA FESTIVAL" (RESERVED TICKETS) + GO FOR A DRINK!
(Eng) The **ART EXPLORA FESTIVAL** is coming to Barcelona! A traveling art festival on the Mediterranean Sea. And our group, considered the best Meetup cultural group in Barcelona, ​​will be there! **Have you ever been to an art museum on a ship? Do you want to visit the world's first "museum ship"?** **Our group has exclusive free tickets reserved for Sunday morning, the 29th!** And afterwards... after leaving the Ship... **we'll go for coffee or drinks in the area!** **COST:** **A contribution of only 1€** to the organizer (please bring the exact change in cash; it will be given upon arrival) to help with the group's upkeep and Meetup payments. **MEETING POINT:** We will inform only those on the attendee list via private message. We'll have a Meetup sign! **Limited spaces! FREE TICKETS RESERVED ONLY FOR MEMBERS OF OUR GROUP!** **ATTENTION:** As with all activities, 1 no-show will be applied to anyone who removes themselves from the list on the day of the activity (a 2nd no-show will result in permanent exclusion from the group). .... DISCLAIMER: This is a non-profit group of friends, and under no circumstances will the "Activity Organizer" assume responsibility for any harm that may occur to anyone during the activity. By registering for and participating in the activity, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. ........................... (Cast) LLega a Barcelona el **ART EXPLORA FESTIVAL!** Un Festival de arte itinerante por el mar Mediterráneo.Y nuestro grupo, considerado el mejor grupo cultural de Meetup en Barcelona allí estará! **¿Has estado alguna vez en un museo de arte dentro de un barco? ¿Quieres visitar el primer "barco-museo" del mundo?** **Pues nuestro grupo tiene en exclusiva entradas reservadas gratis para el domingo 29 por la mañana!** **Y después...al salir....iremos a hacer un café o tomar algo por aquella zona!!** **COSTE:** Aportación de **sólo 1€** al organizador (llevar la moneda justa y en metálico, se entrega al llegar) para colaborar en el mantenimiento del grupo y pagar a Meetup. **PUNTO DE ENCUENTRO:** Se informará sólo a las personas de la lista de asistentes con mensaje privado.LLevaremos Cartel de Meetup! **Plazas limitadas! ENTRADAS GRATIS RESERVADAS SÓLO PARA MIEMBROS DE NUESTRO GRUPO!** **NOTA:** Como en todas las actividades se aplicará 1 No Show a las personas que se borren de la lista el mismo día de la actividad (El 2º No Show es exclusión definitiva del grupo). **AVISO:** Este es un grupo de amistades sin ánimo de lucro, y bajo ninguna circunstancia el “Organizador de la actividad” asumirá responsabilidad por cualquier posible daño que ocurra a alguien durante la actividad. Al registrarse en la actividad y participar de ella se asume y acepta este descargo de responsabilidad.
Sala de Artistas - Drawing Meetup - (Domingo/Sunday)
Sala de Artistas - Drawing Meetup - (Domingo/Sunday)
*Tome una bebida, busca un sitio y ponte a dibujar ✍️* **Sala de Artistas** es un espacio abierto para sentarse, compartir y dibujar en compañía. No es una clase ni un taller: **no hay estructura ni expectativas**. Trae tus propios materiales, elige un lugar y dibuja lo que te apetezca: a otras personas, el espacio, objetos o simplemente ideas sueltas. Abierto a todos los niveles Ven un rato o quédate más tiempo. El espacio existe igual. *Grab a drink, find a spot, and draw ✍️* **Artists’ Room** is an open space to sit, share, and draw together. It’s not a class or a workshop — **no structure, no expectations**. Bring your own materials, choose a seat, and draw whatever you feel like: each other, the space, objects, or just loose ideas on paper. Open to all levels Come for a while or stay longer. The room exists either way.
Human Art Cafe (Sunday, 15:00)
Human Art Cafe (Sunday, 15:00)
Looking for a cozy, creative space in Barcelona where you can slow down, make something with your hands, and meet kind, curious people? HUMAN Art Cafe is a warm, playful space created for people who want to reconnect with creativity, without pressure, without experience, without performance. This is not a traditional class. It’s guided free play. You’ll find: • Watercolors, acrylics, pastels, collage materials, charcoal • Gentle prompts if you need inspiration • A beautifully curated, calm atmosphere • Tea, coffee, music, and good conversation Come alone or bring a friend. You don’t need to “be artistic.” Just bring curiosity. What to expect: 1. Choose from our Art Menu 2. Get inspired 3. Create at your own pace *Art Menu experiences are €15 or €20 (depending on the piece you choose). All materials are included.* See you at the table!
Human Art Cafe (Sunday, 17:00)
Human Art Cafe (Sunday, 17:00)
Looking for a cozy, creative evening in Barcelona where you can slow down, get inspired, and create something beautiful? Join us at HUMAN Art Café for a special **Van Gogh Night**, an immersive, relaxed experience inspired by the world of Vincent van Gogh. This is not a traditional class. It’s a gentle, guided creative experience. **Price:** €15 (includes materials + drink + experience) ### **What makes this night special:** • A video projection of Van Gogh’s works and story • A creative activity inspired by his style • A drink included (wine, tea, or coffee) ### **During the experience:** You’ll explore: * expressive brushstrokes * color and movement * your own interpretation of his work No pressure, no expectations, just space to create.
LIFE DRAWING BARCELONA. DRINK AND DRAW BARCELONA
LIFE DRAWING BARCELONA. DRINK AND DRAW BARCELONA
*Check models on IG: @lifedrawingbarcelona.com or www.lifedrawingbarcelona.com* Welcome to **Life drawing Barcelona.** We are an art studio based in Barcelona. **Absolutely no experience** is necessary to attend our sessions, just a desire to explore your creative side! We have been doing our "Drink and Draw Barcelona" sessions for 12 years now and we have the biggest art community in Barcelona. Come to draw and meet local artists as well as expats, and even some tourists. **Life drawing Barcelona** sessions cost 10€ per session but you get a discount if you buy 3 sessions, that is 30€ for 4 sessions (7,5€ per session) With the sessions you will get all the drawing material free, pencils, rubber, A3, boards and or easels Come to **life drawing Barcelona** and you will have a Blast! **COME AND ENJOY THE JOURNEY, YOU DRAW THE LIMITS!** Hoping to see you soon :) More info about the sessions and models: Meetup group: https://www.meetup.com/es-ES/life-drawing-barcelona/?eventOrigin=event_home_page \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Modelos y más info IG: @lifedrawingbarcelona.com o www.lifedrawingbarcelona.com Bienvenidos a **Life drawing Barcelona.** Somos un estudio situado en Barcelona. No hace falta tener experiencia previa para atender a nuestras sesiones, solo **ganas de explorar tu lado más creativo!** Organizamos sesiones de Drink and Draw en Barcelona desde hace más de 12 años y tenemos la comunidad más grande de artistas de Barcelona. Ven a dibujar con nosotros y conoce artistas locales, artistas expats y a e veces algunos turistas de paso. Las sesiones de **Life drawing Barcelona** cuestan 10€ por persona, pero si compras 3 sesiones por 30€ tendrás una gratis y la sesión te saldrá por 7,5€. Nuestras sesiones vienen con todo el material de dibujo, lápices, gomas papel A3, paneles y caballetes. Ven a **life drawing Barcelona** y te lo pasaràs genial! **VEN Y DISFRUTA LA JORNADA, ¡TU DIBUJAS LOS LÍMITES!** Esperamos verte pronto :) Más info de las sesiones y modelos: Meetup group: https://www.meetup.com/es-ES/life-drawing-barcelona/?eventOrigin=event_home_page \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Benvinguts a **Life drawing Barcelona.** Som un estudi situat a Barcelona. No es necessari tenir experiència prèvia per atendre les nostres sessions, només **ganes d'explorar el teu costat més creatiu!** Organitzem sessions de Drink and Draw a Barcelona des de fa més de 12 anys i tenim la comunitat d'artistes més gran de la ciutat. Vina a dibuixar amb nosaltres i coneix artistes locals, artistes expats i de tant en quant algún turista de pas. Les sessions de Life drawing Barcelona costen 10€ per persona, però si compres 3 sessions en tindràs una gratuïta. Las sesiones de **Life drawing Barcelona** cuestan 10€ por persona, pero si compras 3 sesiones por 30€ tendrás una gratis. Les nostres sessions venen amb tot el material de dibuix inclòs, llàpis, gomes, paper A3, panells i cavallets. Vine a Life drawing Barcelona i t'ho passaràs genial! **VINA I DISFRUTA LA JORNADA, ¡TU DIBUIXES ELS LÍMITS!** Esperamos verte pronto :) Més info de les sessions i els models: Meetup group: https://www.meetup.com/es-ES/life-drawing-barcelona/?eventOrigin=event_home_page

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Art Night - Bring Your Own Work
Art Night - Bring Your Own Work
Welcome to the Art School - 20's & 30's artists Meetup group! This is a community for young artists who are passionate about exploring different mediums and techniques in the world of art. Whether you're a painter, sculptor, photographer, or mixed media artist, this group is the perfect place to connect with like-minded individuals, have a space to work on your craft, and showcase your work. Let's inspire and support each other on our artistic journeys! Whether you're a novice or a seasoned artist, all skill levels are welcome. Join us and unleash your creativity! This month we will be discussing **Frank Santoro**, an American cartoonist, painter, and comics critic known for his expressive lines, experimental page layouts, and vibrant use of color. His graphic novels—including *Storeyville*, *Pompeii*, and *Pittsburgh*—blend personal storytelling with innovative visual structure, often exploring memory, place, and relationships. In addition to his comics, Santoro has been an influential voice in comics education and criticism, co-founding the magazine *ComicsComics* and creating the **Santoro Correspondence Course for Comic Book Makers**, which has helped train and inspire a new generation of cartoonists. Afterwards, we will have time to work on our individual art projects, hang out, and if anyone is interested in feedback on their work, there will be time for that as well.
Arthouse Friday: THE DRAMA at the Drexel Theatre!
Arthouse Friday: THE DRAMA at the Drexel Theatre!
Join us as we get together for an Arthouse Movie Friday event to see the A24 dark comedy /romance / psychological-thriller, THE DRAMA! The film stars Zendaya and Robert Pattinson as a happily engaged couple whose relationship is challenged when one discovers unsettling truths about the other. Here are details, a trailer and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film follows a happily engaged couple whose relationship is put to the test when an unexpected turn sends their wedding week off the rails. The film comes from A24, is written/directed by Kristoffer Borgli stars Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Mamoudou Athie, Alana Haim, Hailey Gates and Zoë Winters. QUICK WORD OF WARNING: The film hasn’t screened for critics yet and most of the details are being kept tightly under wraps. But, early buzz (possibly promotional) says the film is a brilliant psychological thriller/romance but also provocative, twisty and some contains occasional uncomfortable viewing! I love the cast and trailer, so look forward to seeing for ourselves! ZENDAYA-PATTINSON TRIFECTA CHALLENGE: Robert Pattinson and Zendaya will star in THREE movies together this year, including THE DRAMA, Christopher Nolan’s THE ODYSSEY this Summer and Denis Villeneuve’s DUNE: PART THREE at Christmas! TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zmKcUa4Xxk](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zmKcUa4Xxk) PLAN: We’ll plan for 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 30 minutes before showtime! Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater but early arrival is advised. Possibly post-movie get-together at the nearby Rusty Bucket! Complete details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. Take care and look forward to seeing you there, Dan
Using Philosophy to Cope with Current Events
Using Philosophy to Cope with Current Events
So this month's prompt is more general. I think we can all agree that we are living in "unique" times that require coping skills. I think that one role and/or purpose of philosophy is to help us deal with our daily lives and our "unique" times. So, let's share our feelings and thoughts about which philosopher/philosophy we turn to in order to deal with our crazy events. Who/what helps you stay focused in your daily life and helps you sleep at night. I find that Stoicism with a little philosophical pessimism mixed in goes a long way in helping me deal with what I see as very destructive, fearful and mean spirited public policies at both the state and federal levels. Hope to see you on March 28th!
Speak Easy (Storytelling)
Speak Easy (Storytelling)
The topic for April is "Water" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!
Paint and Sip - Johnstown
Paint and Sip - Johnstown
Fundamentals: by do Jung Ishu/ the art of fighting
Fundamentals: by do Jung Ishu/ the art of fighting
We are a real world Martial arts group. \ Called DO JUNG ISHU (the art of fighting) \ Based off of Jeet kune do we just continued where Bruce Lee left off. \ We have been around a while. \ We are donation based. Every week we get together and work technical skills and live pressure testing. \ Almost all of the instructors have been in everything from altercations in the real world to the ring and some still compete in the cage. \ If you want to take your skills up, improve your confidence, gain self defense skills, get in better shape, test yourself or just want to kill some time and possibly get hit a bit come on down. \ We will be located at 3923 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214 inside the whetstone rec center in the auditorium, upstairs in classroom B or outside in the grass between the playground and horseshoe area. our instructors are normally in a black and red art of fighting shirt \ if you can not find us call or text me at 6143570295 Saturday 1pm Wednesday 5:30pm From Age 16 and up. attendees under the age of 18 must have a guardian with them. \ \ You must have a free leisure card for the rec center and must be registered for our class specifically .\ Wear workout clothing \ Bring a MOUTHPIECE! \ WE HAVE GLOVES. \ Hope to see you soon :-).\ We are run off of donations. \ let me know if you have any questions :)
Short North Gallery Hop
Short North Gallery Hop
Let’s meet and wander the galleries and enjoy a spring evening out downtown! Meeting place and approx route, tba. *Fearure photo by Chalk Goblin