Joanie Solaini making one of her many bowls at a workshop.

This is Alchemy.

It appears straightforward.  Anyone can do this. 

Cut. File. Pound (pound, pound). Polish. Yet, you know from your reaction to the sound from a handmade singing bowl that this is something else.  Maybe you paused and sank into wonder; perhaps even slipped a little closer to your essential self.  So you know, there is something else going on. 

It could be your bowl.  You could spiral in and spiral out, diving down and coming up—just hammering (hammering, hammering).  Making your own treasure, engaging in the process, exploring the craft.  It’s an expansive weekend.  And those who have pounded before you know:  while you make the bowl, the bowl makes you.

Singing Spheres and Studio Britford present:

Creating Your Own Singing Bowl

with Ton Akkermans and Carolina Schomper

29-31 July 2016, 10am – 5:300pm

£285  includes lunch and snacks

tools provided, material extra: usually £10-25

Concert of Handmade Instruments: Friday 29th July 7:30pm

(included for workshop participants, £10 for general public)

Contact: Sarah   sarahemarten@gmail.com