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Keeping it Human ...

Existential challenges are the order of the day. The 'Arts' are in danger of going the way of the 'Dodo'.

Cultural initiatives the world over are at best on the ropes, or else down for the count if not already knocked out ! 

The so-called fourth industrial revolution '... characterized by a range of new technologies that are fusing the physical, digital and biological worlds, impacting all disciplines, economies and industries, and even challenging ideas about what it means to be human ...' (K. Schwab Founder and Exec Chair of WEF) is garnering rapid momentum. It is clearly a driving force behind the chaos, hysteria and confusion of recent years! It is a bleak vision so far as the subtle and sacred arts are concerned. Its aims and objectives - and likely ramifications - warrant further investigation ...

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'... There are no unsacred places;

There are only sacred places

and desecrated places ...'

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Wendell Berry

(from How to be a Poet)

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At SAOG Studios, our primary focus is to renew and deepen our connection to the Sacred. To this end, we recognize the importance of, and deeply value, meeting face-to-face while engaging in the practice and philosophy of the Sacred and Traditional Arts. We are encouraged by, and are very grateful for, the appreciation recent course participants have expressed at being able to attend real 'in person' courses!

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Reflections and feedback from recent courses including 'Celtic Pattern, Geometry and Imagination' and 'Geometry of Ancient Egypt'

(with Adam Tetlow); 'Geometry and Architecture' (with Jon Allen); 'Sacred Art of Geometry: an introduction' (with Daniel Docherty); Alchemy of Pigment and Pattern with Dr David Cranswick and Daniel Docherty; Golden Ratio: Jewel of Geometry and Cosmos with Daniel Docherty; Dance of Earth and Venus with Daniel Docherty and Inks and Ochres: an intro. to Foraged Colour ...

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'It has been such an amazing week! I have leant so many things about colour and the alchemical process.

I so enjoyed the geometry meditations at the beginning of each day. Both Daniel and David added intriguing stories, poems and information that made the course so unique. I'd recommend to anyone!'

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I loved this course!

The tempo was good and there was a good balance between pigment and pattern.

The teaching comes from deep wisdom and knowledge.

SAOG Studios is 360 degree impressions of beauty and mystic knowledge - very stimulating.

You create a soft atmosphere and are very good listeners and teachers.

A great week that brought many elements of life into one.

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'Ever grateful for the beautiful weekend with Jon. 

May the light of your wonderful work shine forever'

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'Fabulous w.end! Thank you'

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'An amazing course ... enjoyed every minute and with Daniel holding the space alongside the inspirational, magical Studio - just brilliant!

Thanks for doing these courses and for bringing people together ... '

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'Thank you so much for hosting the last three days of Adam’s Geometry of Ancient Egypt course. His discoveries, or perhaps re-discoveries, were utterly fascinating and as always for me when I come to SAOG Studios an initiation into something magical and meaningful that always strikes many chords within me.'

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'Thank you Daniel. I arrived nervous and a bit apprehensive.

I leave inspired and with an inner confidence - even with colour!

So absorbing and meditative, it has taken me out of myself and into another realm.'

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'The weekend has been an inspiration. 

We spoke about another reality ... and the space, the materials and the breadth of knowledge and skill that you live is heartfelt.

To have spent time together where what is ancient, sacred, striven for is shared.

What an event! '

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'... beyond expectations ...'

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'What a wonderful couple of days!

Thanks so much. You hit the "beginners" note perfectly.

So much fascinating information. I really hope to be back for more ...'

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'Heartfelt philosophy that resonates with our deepest wish expressed through design, colour and skilled instruction.

Who could not feel gratitude at this sharing.'

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The inks and ochres course has been a wonderfully nourishing, joyful and dynamic learning experience for me.

I absolutely enjoyed the experiential interactive and nature-oriented elements of the course.

Thank you so much.

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'Absolutely amazing and fantastic. I had a great weekend. I’ve been exploring geometry for just over a year now and this was a wonderful weekend of getting my foundation stones in a better order, sorted and a little more settled. I think it’s always good to revisit the fundamentals. I learnt so much and was reminded of a lot I had forgotten. I feel much more confident in my skills after the weekend. I’ll definitely be back to do another, it helped me put some of the pieces of the puzzle together. For me, it’s essential to remember the sacredness of these images every time I draw a pattern. It’s an adventure and an initiation into something magical and this weekend really brought that home to me. 

As ever Daniel, I’m truly grateful to you ... thank you so much for remaining open ... for holding the light and offering a portal to the divine for those who wish to step through it ... It’s heaven on Earth! '

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"I was astounded at how wonderful the sacred geometry weekend was! I had a feeling it would be magical, but we explored far more than I had expected we would, and feel so much more excited and confident in my ability to play with elegantly simple and intricately complex shapes and patterns.

Daniel is a fantastic teacher, with whimsical humour, simple instructions for all levels, excellent baking and coffee-making skills, and so much generosity of spirit and wisdom.

The SAOG studio is warmly inviting, and exquisite with its mix of timeless beauty in the form of books, art and natural art materials, tea and snack selection and large windows with natural light streaming in throughout the day. I would be content to live in such a space.

Who knew numbers and geometry could be so much fun? This weekend has opened my eyes to the awe-inspiring designs of Life and expressions of Love in ways that I didn't know existed!"

 

'What an amazing weekend!

Full of creativity, learning geometric truths through play, friendship and deep insights.

I’ll be back!'

 

'The Golden Ratio course has left me filled with awe and wonder at the mysteries of the universe.

I leave with more questions about this enigmatic number than I had when I arrived;

thank you so much for fuelling my curiosity and providing opportunities to create such truly beautiful patterns!

I will most certainly be back for another course!'

 

'What a wonderful experience.

Not just Sacred Geometry but the catalyst for connecting thoughts and meanings.

Wonderful delivery by Daniel who helped guide us down our own path connected with other participants through our relationship with Phi.

Highly recommend and great fun!'

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'I’ve been passionate about sacred geometry for over 20 years and my first visit to SAOG studios exceeded all my expectations. Daniel is amongst the greatest teachers of this ancient art that I have ever encountered.

More than learning how to draw the diagrams the thing I loved most were the deep philosophical, spiritual insights that link this work to the divine source. Daniel is as much a spiritual teacher as he is a sacred geometry ninja!'

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'Daniel Docherty is a rare gem as a teacher of sacred geometry.

His courses are interactive and divinely transformative.

Daniel brings a deep wisdom and grace to his teaching.

Daniel’s studio is a spiritual space in which to work.

If you wish to take a deep dive into the magical, alchemical  world of sacred geometry, Daniel is a caring and nurturing master teacher.'

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'Thank you so much running such a beautiful Venus workshop -

I am feeling so inspired and so full of awe and wonder.

I go happy now - full of a deeper connection to Sacred Geometry and the great mysterious beings dancing around in the Big Divine - I go home to play with my copper paper now and chant more planetary trails.

You are an exquisite teacher - thank you.

See you on the labyrinth course.'

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'Thank you Daniel -

I felt held, supported, nourished and transformed in my confidence and love of this magical heart art.

Your soul is a wealth of wisdom, poetry and artistry.

Our journey with Venus over three days was joyful and full of love.

You are an incredible teacher and I look forward to returning and exploring some more.'

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