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SUMMARY:Drawn to Imperfection – an exhibition by Dave Nevard
DESCRIPTION:This exhibition is FREE to visit \nThere will be a free preview and Q&A with the artist and David Painting (the author of the book about the exhibition) at 7pm in Dorchester Abbey on Thursday 30th April.  Please do come! \nDrawn to Imperfection is a collection of 21 large scale contemporary portraits offering an engaging invitation into the story of the Bible.  These portraits offer a unique window into the humanity and vulnerability of those found in the pages of the Bible\, giving audiences the opportunity to meet these characters face to face. \nCreated as a collaboration between artist Dave Nevard and author David Painting\, the exhibition is accompanied by a book of the same name.  This immersive collection of work has been featured on BBC 1 and tours around the UK. \nDave Nevard creates portraiture rich in empathy that explores the complexity of our humanity.  Blending influences from street art and traditional realism\, Dave’s wider work is often deeply informed by the lives of those found in the margins of society. This has led to collaborative work with charities and NGO’s around the world. \nInstagram: @dave.nevard \n  \nRevd Dr Harriet Harris will be facilitating a morning of prayer and reflection based on the exhibition on Thursday 7th May 9am-12noon.  Find out more about it here. \nSince graduating with a BA(Hons) in Fine Art\, Dave has developed a rich practice of socially engaged work. \nFrom leprosy communes in China to the homeless communities of Buenos Aires\, Dave has had the opportunity to create site-specific work in diverse cross-cultural locations around the world. Blending traditional painting and drawing with strong influences from street art and muralism\, Dave’s practice has been deeply informed by the lives of those found in forgotten places. \nParticularly drawn to those pushed to the fringes of society\, Dave’s work is often initiated by the relationship formed with those inhabiting these spaces. Exploring themes of identity\, belonging and social injustice within the cracks of contemporary urban life\, the circumstances\, stories and personalities of these individuals characterize the identity of his work. \nA passionate storyteller\, Dave loves to explore the medium of portraiture to provide thought provoking work that celebrates the beauty and complexity of our shared humanity. \nIf you need disabled parking or access do contact us here with your requirements – we’d love to help you! \nShare this:\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook\n			\n				Share on X (Opens in new window)\n				X
URL:https://dorchesterfestival.com/event/drawntoimperfection/
LOCATION:Dorchester Abbey\, High Street\, Dorchester-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, OX10 7HH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Art,Art, History, Film & Literature,Free!,Spiritual
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SUMMARY:Reflections on "Drawn to Imperfection" with Revd Dr Harriet Harris
DESCRIPTION:This event is free to book but we will ask for donations on the day.  PLEASE book a free ticket so that we know how many people are coming! \nRevd Dr Harriet Harris MBE leads this morning of reflection on the Festival Art exhibition Drawn to Imperfection by Dave Nevard \nStarting with coffee and pastries at 9am! \nDave Nevard’s animated drawings challenge us to engage with the strengths and shadow sides of these Biblical characters\, and with the light and shade of their encounters with God. What drives Judas\, haunts Pilate\, gives courage to the accused woman? How do Nevard’s characters carry themselves\, and how are they changed by God provoking\, consoling\, judging\, forgiving\, guiding\, protecting\, and loving them? \nHarriet Harris leads a Thursday morning workshop inviting us to interact with Nevard’s lifelike drawings in a way that helps us to step imaginatively into the lives of these characters and so come to know our own selves better\, uncover some of our assumptions and fears about God\, and discover how we can respond with our full selves to God’s full Self-giving. \nRevd Dr Harriet Harris is Principal of Ripon College Cuddesdon. A former University Lecturer and Chaplain\, she is also a trainer in compassionate leadership\, and a Thinking Environment Facilitator. As a licensed coach\, she supports people to live their lives with a sense of vocation and without burnout. She was awarded an MBE in 2017 for Services to Multi-Faith Education and Community Cohesion\, and elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh in 2022 for fostering Compassionate Organisations. \nShare this:\n				Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n				Facebook\n			\n				Share on X (Opens in new window)\n				X
URL:https://dorchesterfestival.com/event/reflections-on-drawn-to-imperfection-with-revd-dr-harriet-harris/
LOCATION:Dorchester Abbey\, High Street\, Dorchester-on-Thames\, Oxfordshire\, OX10 7HH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Spiritual
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