Gaëlle Choisne, artist in residence at Scuola Piccola Zattere, presents a workshop that offers an artistic, spiritual and creative exploration of the model called Soul House, an object discovered by the artist in the Egyptian collections of the Louvre. At first glance, it's a modest model, a small earthen house that, although discreet, arouses great curiosity because of its energetic power. These sculptures, far from being simple models, symbolise sacred ritual spaces, places for offerings, places for souls to gather, enabling a spiritual connection between the living and the dead.

For Gaëlle Choisne, the aura of these objects resonates deeply with our emotions and our inner stability. She sees the soul house as a reflection of our inner temples, a place of welcome, tenderness and love. This idea is echoed in her Temple of Love series, in which she examines the interconnection between sacred space, human emotions and the energies that bind us together.

Starting with a theoretical introduction by the artist, participants will be invited to come together in a spirit of conviviality and exchange, to create their own Temple of Love. During the practical session of the workshop, each participant will design a sculpture, a ceramic house, a symbolic offering to honour those who have died in tragic circumstances, whether war or violence.This creative process will aim to establish a ‘safe space’, where everyone can express their emotions and connect with the material. Through clay, we will explore sharing and energetic healing, offering a moment of comfort and communion. The works produced during this workshop will be presented at the artist’s exhibition project, opening on May 8.
 

The workshop is free and open to everyone. To participate, please fill out this form.
More info: education@scuolapiccolazattere.com