Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese art and repair technique that restores broken ceramics to practical, food-safe use. The Kintsugi process, which takes at least two months, uses no chemical materials. Instead, it relies on urushi, a natural sap used in Japan for over 10,000 years, to bond the fragments and adorn the surface with pure gold. This technique of applying gold is known as "maki-e." In this workshop, you will have the opportunity to create decorative patterns with brass on selected items. 

Participants will apply maki-e to their selected items (additional charges may apply for larger items). Finished items are for decorative use only. If you would prefer to bring an item of your own, please bring it to the workshop to see if it is suitable. 
 
For detailed information about the workshop, including materials suitable for maki-e, design sizes, and more, please visit Kintsugica's website: https://introjapan.ca/nihonchamakie/ 
 
For any questions regarding the items or designs for maki-e, please feel free to contact us at introjapanca@gmail.com with the subject line "INQUIRY: MAKI-E." 
 
*Please note that this workshop involves the use of urushi (lacquer). Uncured urushi contains urushiol, a substance that can cause allergic reactions and is the same irritant found in poison ivy, so we use disposable gloves during the workshop. Please make sure to read the precautions on the website before registering. 

Date: Saturday, May 10th 

Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm 

Location: 2nd floor, Room 2A 

Hosted by: Kintsugica

*No exchange or refund.