Auckland NZ – Art Kintsugi workshop 2025

Art Kintsugi Sydney will be coming to the city of Auckland.

We are taking an expression of interest during the month of July/August 2025.

If you are an individual or a group who likes to participate in the workshop, please let us know your preferred dates, number and questions, by filling the Classbento link below or contact us directly.Ā 

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In this 4-hour, step-by-step hands-on workshop, you will learn the Art Kintsugi method, following the principle of ancient Kintsugi but utilising more accessible alternative materials which enable us to complete the process within the class.

At the end of the relaxing class, you will take home a Kintsugi art piece you create, and a skill to be able to repair your own damaged ceramics at home.

During the class, we will also talk about a brief history and philosophy of Kintsugi.

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Please note:

  • This workshop is not suitable for a pregnant person.
  • We will be using alternative materials such as resin and gold metal powder (not 24k gold).
  • A small piece of ceramic suitable for the class will be prepared for you.
  • Attendees must be over 18 years old.
  • The workshop is approximately 4 hours.

What is Kintsugi?

Kintsugi is the century-old Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with Japanese lacquer (Urushi) dusted with powdered gold giving a new life to when otherwise items would be thrown away. In recent years, this craftsmanship has been regarded as an important traditional art to influence on Modern art around the world.

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Philosophy

Kintsugi expresses Wabi-Sabi philosophy, an embracing of imperfection, whilst appreciating the artefactā€™s history and personal memories. Instead of disguising the damages and bringing them to the original state, Kintsugi emphasises the defects with gold, symbolising life.


Auckland  NZ –  Art Kintsugi workshop 2025

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