THE HANDS THAT SHAPE US: A Crafting Journey Through Life And Soul

2024/11/20 16:17:06 Taoxichuan Ceramic Art Avenue By: null

Lecture time

Sat. 19:00 , Nov. 23th, 2024

Lecture location

Taoxichuan Glass StudioHot Glass Performance Hall

Language CN\ENG

Taoxichuan Art Centre Lecture will invite the artist - IDRIS OLABODE OPEYEMI. On 23th November 2024, Saturday evening at 19:00, he will present a lecture entitled "THE HANDS THAT SHAPE US: A Crafting Journey Through Life And Soul" at Taoxicuan Glass Studio - Hot Glass Performance Hall.

This lecture explores the essential role of hands in shaping both the material world and our inner lives. Hands, as the primary link between body and mind, serve as tools for creation, connection, and self-expression. Through the process of craftsmanship—especially in pottery—hands bring our ideas to life, transforming raw materials into meaningful objects. The lecture will cover three stages of existence—before, during, and after life—revealing how hands not only shape clay but also shape us.

By examining the hands as mirrors of the soul and instruments of healing, this talk will invite the audience to reflect on the spiritual and philosophical power of craftsmanship. Through the act of shaping, hands bridge the physical and metaphysical, embodying resilience, presence, and artistry in every movement. The audience will leave with a deeper understanding of how hands connect our intentions with the outer world, shaping both objects and our own identity.

This lecture is intended to be an open and interactive sharing session, where audience are encouraged to ask questions and engage at any point.

IDRIS OLABODE OPEYEMI

Idris Olabode is a ceramic artist and philosopher whose work delves into the interplay between mental health, cultural heritage, and the duality of the soul and body. Rooted in both self-taught skill and a deep-seated connection to his craft, he combines clay and glass to explore themes of inner essence and human experience. Through his art, Idris brings forward complex cultural narratives, blending materials that symbolize the mind and body’s connection.