The Wabi Sabi Arc | Kintsugi + Sumi-e Painting Workshop

About the Workshop

Spend a slow, creative afternoon making something meaningful.

The Wabi Sabi Arc is an immersive workshop inspired by the Japanese philosophy of finding beauty in imperfection. Through two timeless art forms, Kintsugi and Sumi-e, you'll experience the joy of creating without the pressure of getting everything right.

You'll begin by carefully breaking and rebuilding your own ceramic piece using the principles of Kintsugi, transforming every crack into part of its story. While your piece sets, you'll be guided through Sumi-e, the traditional art of Japanese ink painting, where simple brushstrokes become expressive works of art.

Finally, you'll return to your ceramic piece and finish it by painting the repaired seams with gold, bringing your creation to life.

By the end of the workshop, you'll leave with two handmade artworks, a deeper appreciation for these centuries-old Japanese traditions, and the quiet satisfaction of having spent a few hours creating with your own hands.

No prior experience is needed. We'll provide all the materials and guide you through every step.

What's Included

• Ceramic piece for Kintsugi

• Kintsugi repair materials and gold finish

• Ink for Sumi-E Painting

• Sumi-E Painting brush

• Protective materials and tools

• Step-by-step guidance throughout the workshop

• Your completed Kintsugi piece to take home

• Your original Sumi-e painting to take home
  
  

What you'll experience

• Learn the philosophy of Wabi Sabi, Kintsugi, and Sumi-e

• Break and reconstruct your own ceramic piece

• Create a traditional Sumi-e ink painting with guided instruction

• Finish your Kintsugi artwork with gold detailing

• Take home both your restored ceramic piece and your original Sumi-e painting

Sometimes the most meaningful creations aren't the flawless ones. They're the ones that carry a little history.


Please take a moment to review our Terms & Conditions before booking. By purchasing a ticket, you agree to our Terms & Conditions, including our refund, cancellation, and transfer policies.