Green Door Studios, Robertson. Japanese week. 3 / 4 March 2026

Announcement! 

We will be a part of Japanese week in Green Door Studios in March 2026. 

There will be a lot of inspiring Japanese art and craft in the studio! 

Why not take a weekend break to the Southern Highlands to explore the beauty of  four seasons, visit local artists and artisans, truffle hunting (in winter) etc etc…  when participating in our Art Kintsugi workshop in Robertson.

Art Kintsugi workshop will be back in 2026 in our inspiring creative hub Green Door Studios 

Class schedule is 

3 March 2026 10:00 – 14:30  booking

4 March 2026  10:00 – 14:30  booking 

Lunch and refreshment included. 

The creative space of Green Door Studios is in Robertson,  Southern Highlands of NSW, known for artists habitat in the tranquil envioronment. 

About the Workshop

In this 4 hours step by step hands-on workshop, you will learn the fundamental skill of Art Kintsugi method, following the principal of ancient Kintsugi utilising more accessible alternative materials  (such as resin and gold metal) which enable us to complete the process within the class.

At the end of the  class, you will take home a piece of your own Kintsugi art.

Class is suitable for over 18 years old.

Refreshments and treats will be prepared and served by our lovely host Zoe 💚

DIY workshop : TBC

DIY session is for participants who has previously completed our Art Kintsugi workshop, to come and pratise, with some advise and support for a couple of hours. (please note that this is not full hands-on session)  $80 per person per session. 

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.

Philosophy
Kintsugi express Wabi-Sabi philosophy, an embracing of imperfection, whilst appreciating artefact’s history and personal memories. Instead of disguising the damages,  Kintsugi emphasises and  decorate the mended parts with gold. Object’s life does not simply end, Japanese mentality of “Mottai nai” (don’t wast