-The traditional technique and philosophy of Kintsugi-
The date:
Class1: Sunday, 11 October 13:10-14:50 [100 minutes]
Class2: Sunday, 11 October 15:00-16:40 [100 minutes]
The content of both classes is the same.
You are free to choose either one.
The venue: NEST Aquarel Atlier Amsterdam
(Oudeschans 46A, 1011 LC Amsterdam)
https://www.nestaquarel.com/en
Registration: First 12 people for each class
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Participation fee:€88/person/class
Payment method:
Please pay in advance by credit card via the link below.
Your registration will be confirmed upon receipt of payment.
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What’s included in the participation fee:
For first-time participants,
you will get to experience the process of sprinkling pure gold “the participation fee includes this gold” onto ceramics that I have prepared in advance.
You will be able to take the ceramic piece home with you on the same day.
I will provide all the necessary tools and materials, so please come empty-handed on the day.
For those who have previously participated in my kintsugi workshop and have a piece of pottery or porcelain that is currently in the process of being repaired,
Please bring the piece of pottery or ceramics you are currently in the process of repairing.
If you have your own tools, please bring them as well; otherwise, all necessary tools will be provided for free.
You will repair them yourself, and I will guide and support you based on traditional techniques.
You are responsible for the cost of the gold used to decorate the ceramics you bring yourself. You are free to use the brass powder and tin powder that I have provided.
Important Notes:
Urushi lacquer is a natural lacquer made from the sap of the Urushi tree. It may cause skin irritation if it comes into contact with the skin. Also, since gold powder is used, those with metal allergies should wear a mask. Gloves and masks will be provided at the venue on the day of the event, but please be aware that you will be responsible for any allergic reactions that may occur.
Profile of Masafumi Imai:
This will be my Third Kintsugi workshop in The Netherlands.
I run several Kintsugi workshops in Japan and hold several solo exhibitions each year.
In 2026, I organized a Kintsugi exhibition in Tokyo featuring 100 Kintsugi artisans.
<Organizer & Contact>
Masafumi Imai
Saitama, Japan
e-mail: masafumiimai@gmail.com
