Online Courses
Discover sacred architecture on the Camino de Santiago through sacred geometry
Enjoy engaging, informative presentations, exploring the symbolism of sacred designs.
Discover the difference between religious art and sacred art.
Create beautiful designs and engage in a creative and contemplative practic with step-by-step lessons using the traditional tools of ruler and compass.
Why Sacred Geometry?
Throughout the ages and across cultures, the purposeful use of geometry in art and architecture has been used as a contemplative lens into a sacred cosmos and appreciation for the beauty of the natural world.
Enjoy a renewed perspective on sacred spaces, guiding you through a reanimated ancient pilgrims’ path. Suitable for complete beginners.
What people are saying
“So grateful I took this class before I walked the Camino. I see sacred architecture and sacred spaces with new eyes. Understanding the difference between religious and sacred art was key.”
— Tom G.
“An exquisite blend of history, spirituality and creativity. Graceful, accessible. I am so impressed by the material presented. A course like no other. If you are looking for depth - you have found it.”
— Sally R.
“ This has become such a meaningful practice for me over the years. Basia and Bertrand are gentle and skilled teachers and guides who bring great care and integrity to this profound subject”.
— Laura T.
Practice
Experience how the very process of creation can become a pathway to Beauty and contemplation as you engage in this rooted and timeless art.
Following clear step by step constructions, you will not only create beautiful designs but also learn about the deeper principles of sacred geometry.
Our teachings are grounded in years of dedicated training, research, and ongoing practice. With a deep commitment to this contemplative craft - we offer high-quality, in-depth material to support your journey whether you are a complete beginner or seasoned practitioner.
Your guides
Basia Goodwin, MA (King’s Foundation School of Traditional Arts), is an artist and educator specialising in the use of geometry within traditional arts, crafts, and philosophy. Bertrand Gamrowski, PhD, specialises in the use of geometry in Christian architecture. For the past 12 years, Basia and Bertrand have made their home along the Camino, where they have established their artist's studio and retreat center. Throughout the year they welcome pilgrims, host retreats, guide Caminos and teach experiential and contemplative practices alongside sacred arts. Currently, they are writing The Sacred Art of Pilgrimage, a book inspired by years of research.
Presentations : The Sacred Art of Pilgrimage
Introductory videos - available soon
Sacred Art - Back to the Origin
Introducing the difference between religious & sacred art on the Camino.
Introduction to sacred geometry
Exploring the universality of geometry in sacred art. Across ages and cultures. A sacred cosmos.
Geometry & Nature
A visual presentation on the geometry as the language of nature and pathway to Beauty.
Presentations & Practice
More information coming soon
CHAPTER 1 - Origins & enlivened tradition
Origins of the Rose
Explore the principles of geometry in traditional art and harmonious proportions in Jewish, Roman and Celtic beginnings of the rose window.
Unfolding of the Rose
Exploring the first knows roses - Astorga, Oviedo. We will make a poetic and creative overview journeying from Visigothic to Romanesqe and Gothic epochs.
The Lost Rose - Santiago Rose Window
A weaving celestial dance of eight stars and moons - study the geometry of the reanimated Romanesque rose from Santiago Cathedral - exploring its profound patterns and symbolic meaning.
CHAPTER 2 - Beautiful Gothic
Ad Quadratum, Ad Triangulum
Develop your understanding with intermediate studies from Pamplona, Burgos & Leon.
Burgos Cathedral twelve fold rose
As we create this iconic rose we will understand how elements come together to form a symphony in this rose and explore its symbolism.
Burgos Cathedral ten fold rose
We fill explore five fold geometry in this beautiful lotus like rose,
Oviedo Cathedral
We return back to Oviedo Cathedral to study its other two flamboyant roses, studying the “ghost shapes”
Gothic Rose window - Burgos La Merced
Further studies of flamoyant designs.
Burgos Cathedral - Study of an arches.
More studies of the flamboyant with some stunning arch designs.
Sacred Geometry Warm up
Introductory videos - available soon
Sacred Geometry for Beginners
Using the ruler & compass, the flower of life & the four petal flower
Principal shapes
draw trefoils & quatrefoils
Principal shapes
draw sexfoils, cinquefoils, octofoils
Join us on the Camino
The challenges of COVID inspired many to seek connection online, opening new opportunities for community, learning and connection. We are grateful to offer pilgrims worldwide meaningful ways to engage in pilgrimage, creativity, and contemplation.
While virtual offerings are valuable, they cannot replace the richness of being fully present in person, where the depth of the material can only be fully received through direct, embodied engagement. We warmly invite you to join us on-site to experience the soul of the Camino, encounter its treasures firsthand, and engage in reflective, meaningful journeys within the warmth of community.
