Form/Empty

The final transition of our mindful afternoon will be settling in for tea, with the stunning ceramic work of Lu of .objects

On creating these vessels for moments of pause, Lu shares:

​"What intrigues me about delicate drinking vessels is that they demand a particular kind of care and awareness to the liquid they hold. Small teacups were one of the first forms I made as a ceramicist. Over the years I've learned to bring a subtle sense of movement to them, by preserving the rhythmic throwing lines and developing unpredictable ash glazes. It is my pleasure to share this moment of stillness with all who gather here."

​A beautiful reminder that even the objects we use can anchor us in the present moment.

A brief introduction. We are the faces behind Form/Empty and are hosting the upcoming Slow Session at Vacant Assembly. We look forward to sharing a slow afternoon with you.

​Pictured: A quiet moment at the Araksa Tea Boutique. Interior architecture by our practice, thirteenthree.

Where mindful practice meets physical space. The Araksa Tea Boutique is a study in quiet textures, breathable materials and natural light. Realized by our interior architecture practice, thirteenthree, the space acts as a physical translation of the Form/Empty ethos - crafting tactile, grounded environments built for pause.

Meditation isn't a lifestyle accessory; it's a form of cognitive hygiene. By sitting, we are observing the mechanics of consciousness and the precise half-life of a thought.

stillness in motion.

practicing for the noise of life.

designed to dissolve the wall between 'meditation' and 'the everyday.'

form is emptiness.

a study of light and shadow

new workshop space at Vacant Assembly is in construction now.

Join us at Vacant Assembly for a guided exploration of direct experience.

This workshop is designed to cultivate presence through the grounded practice of mindfulness meditation and the tactile flow of brush and ink, concluding with a shared tea tasting.

​Sunday, 12 April | 2:15 PM to 5:25 PM

Vacant Assembly, West End

​Hosted by John Lim and Cathleen Wing Kee, dedicated mindfulness practitioners with over 20 years of experience, including formal training in the Zen tradition.

​No prior experience with meditation or ink painting is required.

All materials, including cushions and brushes, are provided.

​Reserve your place via the link in our bio.