Film and talk: In Your Own Skin, with director Katheryn Trenshaw

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In Your Own Skin is a worldwide art project inviting authenticity and happiness, connecting us all by revealing our hidden truths. What hidden truth would YOU share? - In Your Own Skin is a worldwide art project inviting authenticity and happiness, connecting us all by revealing our hidden truths. What hidden truth would YOU share?In the film, video portraits capture the unique moment when a person shares a secret, summarized in a long-hidden word or phrase that is then painted onto their skin. Each of these powerful moments releases a generous contribution to the world, a buoyant reminder of living fully and the beauty and strength that comes from facing and embracing our vulnerability and hidden treasure. Director Katheryn Trenshaw writes:“Many years ago during a silent retreat I had an epiphany. I realized that the greatest treasure I hold is buried deep inside – the thing I least want anyone to know about. This ultimately birthed the In Your Own Skin project.I went out into the world, armed with body paints, a small crew and a few cameras, to record people discussing their hidden truths. I then painted that word onto their skin and photographed their portraits.While creating the film, book and portraits, I met with over 300 people from more than 35 countries and all walks of life. Each of these powerful moments releases a generous contribution to the world, a buoyant reminder of living fully and the beauty and strength that comes from facing and embracing our vulnerability. This in turn grows our intimacy and presence.”Through her non-judgemental, unique and sensitive approach, Katheryn has now created the In Your Own Skin film project as well as portraits printed in large scale format for museum/gallery display, and community workshops. Touring exhibitions, screenings and events are her next steps.In Your Own Skin will renew your faith in humanity.Ashburton Arts CentreAlways three prices – please pay what you can. Pay less, come to more! See Access, Tickets & Finding Us for more about why there are three ticket prices, plus other useful info about coming to events at Ashburton Arts Centre.Level access from street – please contact us on [email protected] if a wheelchair space is needed, or if you have any other special requirements.