The Geometry of Chartres Cathedral: Seminar & Talk with Daniel Docherty @ KCL Studio Space
Saturday 6th January & Sunday 7th January 2024 | 10.00am-5pm
Join Daniel Docherty for A Day Delving into the Geometry of Chartres Cathedral
£180 per ticket
The Geometry of Chartres Cathedral
In this in-person, interactive talk and seminar at the Keith Critchlow Study Space (which is located at Emerson College in Forest Row, East Sussex, UK), Daniel Docherty will guide you through the historical story of Chartres with a talk and practical geometry session too.
Open your heart and mind to the wonder of this magnificent Cathedral, where you will have an opportunity to journey from the seen to the unseen world by learning and understanding the under-pinning geometry that formed this magnificent work of art.
Starting with a wander through the ancient pre-Christian roots, to Druidic Black Madonna on to Fulbertus' Cathedral.
Learn how Chartres Cathedral connects to our current times where there’s been a severing and humanity has lost many connections to the subtle dimensions.
This sacred place still remains a source of revelation and inspiration.
The wisdom school of Chartres, underpinned by the seven liberal arts, made a conscious effort to reconcile the ancient Pythagorean/Platonic stream with Christian mystery teachings through the inspiration of luminaries such as Bernardus Silvestris,Thierry of Chartres, John of Salisbury and Alanus ab Insulis.
Chartres Cathedral was a huge inspiration for Keith Critchlow and he dedicated much of his time to studying and researching the Geometry and meaning of Chartres Cathedral, relating this knowledge to current times.
During these 2 days, Daniel will be referring to as of yet, unseen and unpublished works by Keith Critchlow on Chartres, held directly in the Keith Critchlow Legacy Library & Study space (where this day will take place).
Daniel studied closely with Keith and throughout this day you will have an opportunity to understand and explore Chartres Cathedral and it’s Geometry from 2 magical minds, exploring the Geometry of the Rose Window, to the magic of the Arch Designs within Chartres Cathedral, and discovering how the practice of Sacred Geometry was used in the design and construction of this Building.
Understand the meaning and symbolism as well as turning your hand to the practical element of Geometry relating to this majestic place of worship.
This day is open to all and for all levels, no previous experience is necessary.
Please note: places are limited and sold on a first come, first served basis. Once they are gone we will notify you of the next workshop in due course.
If you have any questions, please contact: info@keithcritchlowlegacy.org
Throughout these 2 days:
Discover the symbolism of Chartres Cathedral and how it relates to many spiritual practices of the world
Understand how Chartres Cathedral expresses and relates to the soul and the soul’s journey in the manifest world and higher realms (subtle dimensions)
Discover the Geometry and meaning of the Rose Window at Chartres Cathedral + the Geometry of the Arches
Learn about Gothic Architecture and how practice of Sacred Geometry relates to the design and layout of Chartres Cathedral
Be guided through constructing your Geometric work relating to Chartres
Dive into the meaning and reason that many Gothic Cathedrals had labyrinths as part of their construction and how they were used + symbolism
Learn directly from Daniel Docherty who’s teacher was Master Sacred Geometer Keith Critchlow
MEET YOUR TUTOR
DANIEL DOCHERTY
Daniel Docherty is co-founder and senior tutor at SAOG Studios, Emerson College and a visiting tutor at The Prince's Foundation School of Traditional Arts, London.
Daniel studied and worked with Keith Critchlow, completing his MA with him and continuing to work closely with Keith Critchlow until Keith’s passing in 2020.
Daniel is particularly interested in how the revered quadrivium (arithmetic, geometry, music and astronomy) inform the world’s artistic and cultural traditions.
An amazing teacher of the Sacred Art of Geometry.
Listing written & edited by Amelia Critchlow