Join ceramic artist Jane MacFarlane on this half day workshop to explore Modern Kintsugi, a contemporary interpretation of the traditional Japanese art of repairing pottery with lacquer and precious metals.

Guided by the philosophy of Kintsugi, this workshop embraces imperfection and transformation. Using modern techniques that echo the traditional practice, which can take many weeks to complete, you will experience a mindful, hands-on repair process within a single session.

Focusing on precision and patience, you will use a pre-broken bowl and choose from a range of metallic powders to personalise your piece. The session is relaxed and reflective, with space for conversation and creativity. There will be opportunities for informal discussion throughout to explore the history, theory, and techniques behind traditional Kintsugi practice, with time for questions, shared reflections, and conversation around individual approaches.

You will leave this workshop with a completed Kintsugi bowl to display in your home and the foundational skills needed to continue practicing and developing the technique independently, with the potential to build toward a more traditional Kintsugi practice.

Tutor: Jane MacFarlane
Date & Time: Monday 27th July, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Venue: Wheel Studio, New Brewery Arts
Price: £65 (£0.00 VAT)

Please note that this workshop is for those aged 18 and over.

You are welcome to bring a lidded bottle of water with you but we kindly ask that you do not bring food into the studio.

Refreshments are available at our on-site café Blend until 4pm.

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Who is this workshop for?
All abilities welcome, just an open mindset and willingness to work slowly as kintsugi is as much about process and reflection as it is about repair.

What you will need:
Please bring an apron or wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Please remove jewellery and tie hair back.

All materials and equipment are included.

Please note that there will be a 20-minute break to allow drying time in this session where you will be welcome to stretch your legs or use the on-site café while your work dries.

Accommodation: 
Residential option available. Find out about our accommodation, costs and how to book here.

Meet Your Tutor - jane macfarlane

A ceramic artist working with discarded ceramics, I explore how objects carry the weight of time and memory. My work blends modern and traditional restoration techniques, with bricolage, sculpture, modern kintsugi and traditional gold joinery methods, reframing loss as transformation.