Kintsugi Workshop -The art of Joining broken pieces with Gold.

The Art of Kintsugi

"It is in our cracks that the light finds its way in."

Kintsugi is the ancient Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold — and one of the most powerful metaphors for the human experience. Rather than concealing cracks and imperfections, Kintsugi honours them, transforming brokenness into something even more extraordinary.

In this hands-on, beginner-friendly two-and-a-half workshop, you will be guided step by step through the process of creating your very own Kintsugi piece. We begin by exploring the meaning behind Kin (golden) Tsugi (joining), then move into the creative process of restoring your choosen piece using a modern technique inspired by this ancient tradition.

This is more than an art class. It is a creative, meditative, and deeply inspiring experience that invites you to slow down, embrace imperfection, and leave with a stunning piece of art, a renewed appreciation for your own resilience, and a beautiful skill to add to your creative toolbox.

Workshop Details

Level: Beginner — no previous experience required. Age: 16+. This workshop is not recommended for children

Duration: 2.5 hours.

Cost: $120.00.

Materials Provided

Authentic Japanese rice bowl or sushi plate (available in a variety of designs and colours to suit your personal style)

Gold Powder (silver is available as requested)

Hammer

Dremel sander and buffer tool

Wrapping Cloth

Non-Food-Grade Epoxy Resin

Important Info about this workshop

All pottery is provided.

The epoxy used is NOT food grade — your finished piece is decorative and not suitable for food or drink use.

This location is wheelchair accessible, however the washrooms are only accessible by stairs.