EXHIBITIONS AND EVENTS
NOVEMBER 6TH - 17TH ( EXCLUDING SUNDAYS)
Movement and Stillness is a self-initiated residency and exhibition that explores the relationship between movement and stillness — a balance that shapes both the natural world and human experience. Inspired by ancient philosophies and embodied practices that bring together body, breath, awareness, and energy, the project reflects on how motion and rest exist side by side, how one gives rise to the other, and how balance is maintained through their connection.
At the heart of the exhibition is a large-scale mobile installation. Suspended in space, its delicate balance relies on carefully placed points that hold the structure in constant, gentle motion. Visitors are invited to sit or lie beneath the work, to rest in the space, and to notice the quiet rhythm between activity and stillness. The piece suggests that inner calm and outward movement can exist together — each shaping and reflecting the other.
Over the course of the project, a series of participatory sessions expands on the theme through different practices. Guest artists and practitioners will lead experiences in yoga, sound, and embodied mark-making, offering visitors the chance to explore movement and stillness through the body, sound, and gesture.
Bringing together visual art, somatic practice, and reflective participation, Movement and Stillness invites visitors to think about movement and stillness in a new way — not as separate modes of being, but as a combined dynamic state where stability, focus, and presence can naturally emerge.
PARTICIPATORY SESSIONS DURING THE EXHIBITION
SOFTLY. REST WORKSHOP
FRIDAY 7TH NOVEMBER 12-1pm Gallery 19a
Within the gentle balance of Movement & Stillness, Sylvia aka Softly. Yoga creates an inclusive space open to everyone - a quiet invitation to pause, breathe, and reconnect.
Through slow, grounding practices and poetic reflection seeped in nature's wisdom, she guides participants to explore what rest can mean within movement, and movement within rest.
A tender moment to soften the edges, listen inwardly, and allow motion to melt into stillness.
There is no charge for this session, please book a mat by messaging Sylvia
MEDITATIVE MOVEMENT AND MARK MAKING WITH MARTINA ZIEWE
SUNDAY 16TH NOV 3pm-5pm Gallery 19a
Join artist, yoga & meditation teacher & community facilitator, Martina for a couple of hours to explore the possibilities of moving our bodies, mark making and exploring the interplay between movement and stillness, making our mark with presence.
£20 - Book by messaging Martina on instagram @martinaziewe / or emailing: martinaziewe1@gmail.com
FINDING THE GALLERY
Gallery 19a is tucked into the corner of Hollingdean Terrace. BN1 7HB. Fiveways with its many bus stops is a 8 minute walk along Hollingbury rd, turning into Hollingbury Cresent and then down Hollingdean Terrace. London Road train station is a 13 minute walk and there is metered parking on the surrounding residential streets.
An huge thank you to Ochre House who have kindly sponsored Movement and Stillness with the loan of yoga mats to hold our bodies while we rest. I am lucky to have Ochre House just over the road from my studio where I practice yoga with Nikki. Walking into the space gives an instant feeling of calm. The work they do there is vital and wonderful. Thanks again Sam.
Ochre House is home to UMEUS CIC and a creative collective based in a therapeutic space in the heart of Hove. Since 2015, we’ve supported parents, carers, and families in Brighton & Hove and beyond.
Our team of caring professionals offers psychological and somatic therapies, fair-rate counselling, mindful and yogic practices, nutrition, herbal and touch therapies, and creative therapeutic groups.
Join us to explore new experiences, find inspiration, deepen connection, and build a supportive community, all through practices designed to meet your needs.
