Meditation Beehive

Inspiration

Imogen Stuart Meditation Beehive Process Inspiration
Imogen Stuart Meditation Beehive Process Inspiration

Sketching

Imogen Stuart Meditation Beehive Process Sketching
Imogen Stuart Meditation Beehive Process Sketching

Modelling

Imogen Stuart Meditation Beehive Process Modelling
Imogen Stuart Meditation Beehive Process Modelling

"When the Roman Empire collapsed, culture and learning were kept alive by small, scattered communities of monks who lived in stone cells; hermitages for seclusion and prayer. Remains of these structures are still to be seen on the West Coast of Ireland. Now, a thousand years later, I have tried to recreate this place of refuge. In a chaotic world, the Beehive Cell offers a peaceful place for spiritual reflection and renewal."

Finer Details

Imogen Stuart Meditation Beehive Process Finer Details
Imogen Stuart Meditation Beehive Process Finer Details

"The cell was built out of cedarwood, a durable timber which was used in biblical times. Hand finished, the door handle is a sculptural piece depicting St. Brendan’s Voyage. The window and skylight are made of hand-cast glass, in the shape of St. Brigid’s Cross."

Carving

"I first thought of making this in the 1960s. My first idea was to make a beehive cell which was such a wonderful shape, so unique. It was finally made with me by students and hand-finished - scalloped inside and out. We didn’t use any nails or screws. There is a little bench pegged through the wall and a table - and a fish on which to hang a coat."

Imogen Stuart Meditation Beehive Process Carving
Imogen Stuart Meditation Beehive Process Carving
Imogen Stuart Meditation Beehive Process Carving

Meditation Cell

"My heartfelt wish is that this Beehive Cell is widely reproduced to offer multi-generations a safe haven. Ideally it would sit in airports and public places for wearied travellers - for people to find some peace and a sanctuary for contemplation. I highly recommend sitting inside the Meditation Beehive, it has an amazing sound - like sitting inside a cello."

Imogen Stuart Meditation Beehive Process Meditation Cell

Contact

If you are interested in purchasing a Meditation Beehive, please contact info@imogenstuart.com

Imogen Stuart Meditation Beehive Process Contact
Imogen Stuart Meditation Beehive Process Contact