Introduction to Kintsugi with Yoko Ozawa
- Two x 3 hour sessions, $340
- Term 1: Saturday 7 February + Saturday 21 March 2026 10.00am-1.00pm
- Term 2: Saturday 2 May + Saturday 13 June 2026 10.00am-1.00pm
- Term 2: Saturday 18 July + Saturday 29 August 2026 10.00am-1.00pm
- Term 2: Saturday 10 October + Saturday 28 November 2026 10.00am-1.00pm
Learn how to repair damaged ceramics using the traditional methods and materials of the Japanese art of kintsugi. Repairs are made using urushi, the sap of the lacquer tree, as a glue. Once cured, the repair is finished with a fine layer of gold, silver or brass. The philosophy and practice of kintsugi offer a metaphor for life: embracing imperfection, healing wounds and turning adversity into something beautiful.
The workshop is suited to repair of minor damage to small items such as cups, bowls and side plates (ceramic or wood). Bring what you have!
Each workshop will run over two Saturday mornings, 6-8 weeks apart (allowing time for the Urushi to cure), and will include tea and Japanese sweets. The fee is $340.
Kintsugi Club
For people who have completed the Introduction to Kintsugi 2-session workshop, the Kintsugi Club provides an opportunity to continue to develop skills and practice with Yoko’s guidance. Kintsugi Club runs at the same time as the Introduction to Kintsugi workshop sessions, 10am-1pm.
The fee is $110 for one session, 10am-1pm, including materials for small repairs. There may be a small additional material fee if your repairs are more substantial. If you have your own Kintsugi kit, a discounted fee of $90 applies.
Previous Workshops
Kwak Kyungtae Korean Throwing & Onggi Demonstration + Q&A
- One day demonstration workshop, $385
- Saturday 7 September 2024 10.00am-5.00pm
Join us to learn from Master Korean potter Kwang Kyungtae as he demonstrates traditional Korean style wheel throwing (morning) and the Korean Onggi Technique (afternoon). Comprehensive commentary will be provided exploring history and cultural context as well as techniques and approaches fundamental to each phase of the making process.
The workshop will run from 10am-5pm. A delicious vegan lunch will be provided.
