Sunday 19th May, 4.00 pm, at Robert Yellin’s gallery. BYOB but please be sure to remove any rubbish you cause.
Allen S. Weiss will talk about his forthcoming book Illusory Dwellings: Aesthetic Meditations in Kyoto (Stone Bridge Press) https://www.stonebridge.com/catalog/illusory-dwellings
Long-term member Allen Weiss has a particular interest in the aesthetics of Kyoto, a city which he considers his second home. A lecturer and researcher for New York University/Tisch School of the Arts, he counts amongst his specialities aesthetic and performance theory; experimental performance; landscape architecture; gastronomy; and sound art. He has written several books touching on Kyoto, and his forthcoming publication also features the city. For an account of a previous talk for WiK, please see here and for more about his books click here or here.
To learn more about Robert Yellin’s gallery, see here. It is located near Ginkakuji, close to the start of Philosopher’s Walk. For access see this page, the bottom right corner of which is headed Download Our New Location Map.
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| Stone Bridge Press writes… When it comes to exploring the rich tapestry of Japanese culture, Kyoto stands as a beacon of tradition, art, and philosophy. In his latest book, Illusory Dwellings: Aesthetic Meditations in Kyoto, Allen S. Weiss takes readers on a captivating journey through the essence of Kyoto’s artistic landscape.Far from a mere travel guide, this book is a profound philosophical exploration of how to observe, appreciate, and understand the intricate layers of beauty woven into Kyoto’s cultural fabric.So whether you’re a seasoned Japanophile or a curious traveler, prepare to be captivated, enlightened, and inspired as Allen S. Weiss unveils the illusory dwellings that define Kyoto’s timeless allure.Illusory Dwellings: Aesthetic Meditations in Kyoto by Allen S. Weiss will be available in both print and digital November 12th, 2024.Read an excerpt from Illusory Dwellings |
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