Kintsugi Workshops
Embracing Imperfections
In kintsugi workshops, you learn a traditional Japanese restoration technique that involves repairing broken bowls with Urushi, a Japanese Lacquer. These mended pieces are then beautifully adorned with gold, silver, and vermilion, transformed into truly unique works of art.
Kintsugi is more than just a craft; it’s a philosophy centered around acceptance and personal growth. By highlighting the scars as a part of the object’s history, Kintsugi symbolizes embracing flaws and imperfections in our own lives. This ancient technique serves as a metaphor, teaching us that setbacks can lead us to become even stronger and more beautiful.
Embrace the beauty of imperfection. Join our Kintsugi workshop and learn how to restore broken bowls with a touch of gold, silver, and vermilion. Rediscover balance, acceptance, and personal empowerment through this transformative art form.
Modern Kintsugi Workshops
Repairing pottery with a contemporary twist
For a modern method, we utilize two component epoxy glue to carefully piece together the broken pottery. Following this, we apply a coat of SHIN Urushi, a golden paint, and finish it off with a sprinkling of exquisite brass powder.
Please note that while the modern kintsugi method creates stunningly restored pottery, it is not suitable for use with foods and drinks.
1 DAY WORKSHOP
All materials and tools are provided. Only bring your broken pottery. If you have a new poterry, please do not try to brake it yourself, bring it unbroken.
The workshop takes about 3 hours and held in English or Japanese.
✓ One day experience
✓ No prior skills required
✗ A pottery for kintsugi not included
€50 per person (Delft)
€56 per person (Other locations)
1 DAY WORKSHOP
GIFT VOUCHER
Are you looking for the perfect gift for someone special? Look no further! Our unique workshops, held once a month in both Amsterdam and Rotterdam, offer an unforgettable experience.
But that’s not all – we also provide the option to arrange a workshop in Delft, catering to groups of a minimum of two participants. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to give the ultimate present.
✓ One day experience
✓ No prior skills required
✗ A pottery for kintsugi not included
€56 per person
IMPORTANT NOTE:
After you purchase, we will send you an email containing the voucher, confirming your payment details. Please forward this email to the person whom you wish to give the voucher to.
Kindly note that the voucher is valid for 1 year. The recipient needs to contact us in advance, when they wish to attend the workshop.
2 DAYS WORKSHOP
Take a two-sessions workshop to achieve more satisfactory results.
All materials and tools are provided. Only bring your broken pottery. If you have a new poterry, please do not try to brake it yourself, bring it unbroken.
The workshop takes about 3 hours on the first day, 2 hours on the second day. It is held in English or Japanese.
✓ 2 days experience with more satisfactory results
✓ Learn how to restore chipped or missing pieces of potteries
✓ Learn how to make and apply fillings for Kintsugi
✓ No prior skills required
✗ A pottery for kintsugi not included
€74 per person
Authentic Kintsugi Workshops
Preserving tradition with urushi
Our restoration process adheres strictly to the traditional methods of kintsugi, employing authentic urushi throughout the restoration. This meticulous technique guarantees the utmost delicacy, and it allows safe use of restored potteries with both food and beverages.
While the first session is exclusively held in Delft, you can choose from multiple locations including Amsterdam, Delft, Rotterdam and Utrecht for subsequent workshops.
4 DAYS WORKSHOP
Beginner course
Experience restoration with the authentic kintsugi methods.
All materials and tools are provided. Only bring your broken pottery. If you have a new poterry, please do not try to brake it yourself, bring it unbroken.
The workshops are not in consecutive days. Each session takes about 1 to 3 hours and held in English or Japanese.
✓ 4 sessions of hands-on training
✓ Safe to use for food and drinks
✓ No prior skills required
✗ A pottery for kintsugi not included
€120 per person
8 DAYS WORKSHOP
Advanced course
Are you looking for more experience…
All materials and tools are provided, including the potteries to practice on.
The workshops are not in consecutive days. Each session takes about 1 to 3 hours and held in English or Japanese.
✓ 8 sessions of hands-on training
✓ Learning more techniques?
✓ Safe to use for food and drinks
✓ Each module comes with a pottery piece for restoration
€220 per person
16 DAYS WORKSHOP
Master course
This course is perfect for craftsmen interested in mastering the kintsugi restoration method thoroughly. You can learn advanced techniques for restoring various types of pottery.
All materials and tools are provided, including the potteries to practice on.
The workshops are not in consecutive days. Each session takes about 1 to 3 hours and held in English or Japanese.
✓ Option to sign up for each module individually
✓ Practice at your own pace
✓ Each module comes with a pottery piece for restoration
€420 per person