What you'll learn
Learn the mindful Japanese art of golden ceramic mending to give new life to a damaged piece with our Home DIY short courses in Sydney!
Kintsugi is century-old Japanese craftwork where broken ceramic objects are pieced back together using lacquer and gold dust, based on the philosophy of Wabi Sabi: finding beauty in imperfection.
The process transforms much-loved, broken items into beautifully crafted, new pieces of art. It is a chance to live in a more sustainable way and to rescue objects which would otherwise be discarded.
In this relaxed workshop, you will learn the introductory technique of “Art Kintsugi” mending by following 7 essential steps using modern accessible materials and bringing home a piece of your own Kintsugi art.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this Art Kintsugi course, you should be able to:
- Achieve basic fundamental skill to repair damaged ceramic pieces using Art Kintsugi method, with epoxy glue, putty
- Decorate the repaired piece by applying Art Makie technique using lacquer and gold metal powder
- Understand the essential 7 steps of Art Kintsugi method
- Know the different types of Kintsugi repair – traditional and modern method
- Bring home a piece of your own Kintsugi art
- Understand the sustainable way to rescue damaged objects which otherwise be discarded
- Source materials for future projects
Course content
What will be covered in this Art Kintsugi Introductory workshop?
- 3.5 hours hands-on tuition
- A brief history of traditional Kintsugi
- Comparison between the traditional slow method and new techniques
- Sourcing materials for future projects
- Structure and importance of 7 essential steps
- How to adopt the 7 steps for more complex repair (case by case)
- How to incorporate art and design into the repair process to create your original piece of Kintsugi art.
- Purpose and safety information of tools and materials
- About food safety and materials. (Australian food safety guide)
Course materials
All materials are included in the Art Kintsugi Introductory workshop:
- A small broken dish for repair
- Tool kit and material to use in class
- Facial masks and gloves
- Printed information/instruction sheet
Please note: A suitable broken dish is provided in the class. Please do not bring your own items to repair in the class. If you have a damaged item which you wish to repair, your tutor is happy to have a short consultation with you after the class.
What to bring to class
- An apron or comfortable clothes that can get a little dusty
- Spectacles if you normally wear them
- Hair tie or hair band for long hair
Additional information
Please note the following:
- This class is not recommended when pregnant
- Please be advised that the finishing time can be pushed a little behind.
- We won’t commence the class till everyone has arrived. Late arrival to join the workshop will not be possible.
- We will not be using pure gold (24k gold) in the workshop. Materials we use include epoxy, gum turpentine, lacquer, and metal powder.
- We will be using epoxy glues and other materials that may irritate your skin. Disposable gloves will be provided.
- It is essential (or advisable) not to have any hand injuries to carry on the Art Kintsugi process.
Course testimonials
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Margaret said: Tools and materials were beautifully set up including some bonus snacks. Very clear instructions
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Ian said: Yoko was excellent. She was attentive to every detail and requirement to ensure we all went away with a solid understanding of the craft of Kintsugi. Who knows what direction this will take. Truly, thank you Ian
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Morgane said: Everything, great class, great teacher and assistant!
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Betsy said: I learned a lot that I can use in other areas. The amount of really interesting information conveyed by the tutor was great. I often find that if a tutor talks a lot it can be frustrating but yoko provided essential information and taught us well, logically and provided useful and fascinating information. Great tutor.
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Stacey said: The Kintsugi course was excellent and well worth doing over 4 hours. I almost feel I could have a go at repairing ceramics on my own now! Yoko was extremely well organised and prepared and made the course so interesting, providing historical background on the Japanese art of Kintsugi. I would highly recommend the course.
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