Description du service

English-speaking Kintsugi Workshop at Goenne Japan Studio. Private lesson for authentic traditional kintsugi (repair pottery using urushi lacquer and gold powder). Learn about urushi lacquer, and try the material and tools used by Japanese artisans. Set up for 1 participant. (2 participants max). Cost: $305 per person Why learn from us? You may be attracted to kintsugi craft because of the gold veins and the wabi-sabi philosophy. But authentic traditional kintsugi embeds much more than that. If you are genuinely interested in getting deeper knowledge about the craft, authentic material, tools and methodology, you will find our session interesting and informative. No lost-in-translation. We teach in native-level English. And no cookie-cutter class, we will explaining traditional materials and tools to help you understand each's function and fundamental repair methods. With good understanding in material theory, you will be able to make technical decisions independently when you practice on your own. Beginners, kintsugi enthusiasts, experienced practicioners all welcome. We understand people have packed traveling schedule, expect 3-hour kintsugi session to be heavy information download on urushi lacquer and kintsugi tools, and end with experiencing the final step of powdering a repaired pottery with real gold. In fact, we recommend multiple sessions to learn the holistic process. Consult with us in advance if interested in planning multiple-sessions that fits your itinerary. Kintsugi material and tools available for your use during the workshop. After experiencing the craft, you can decide if you want to purchase any material for your own practice. We will assist you to put together your very own kintsugi tool kit. We do not sell cookie-cutter hobby kintsugi kits. Cost include: (1) Lecture, demonstration and hands-on experience in fundamental kintsugi pottery repair. (2) Shipping cost for 1 lacquered or gold-powdered work. (3) use of all traditional kintsugi tools and material during the workshop Choose AM or PM session AM session 10:00am to 12:45pm PM session 2:00pm to 4:45pm Read about urushi lacquer (and its allergens) before signing up. Bring notebook to take lots of notes. And bring your curiosity.