Advanced Kintsugi: Yobitsugi (Joint-Call) Workshop

For students who have completed our Beginner Kintsugi course at Art4Space, this workshop introduces a more imaginative approach to ceramic repair.Unlike traditional Kintsugi repairs, which reassemble the original broken fragments, Yobitsugi embraces transformation by replacing missing sections of a damaged vessel with carefully selected fragments from a completely different piece of pottery, also known as the Joint-Call Method. In doing so, separate pieces, stories, and histories come together to create a unique ceramic object.In this hands-on class, an experienced and friendly teacher from Art4Space will guide you through every step. You’ll learn how to:

• Source and select complementary ceramic fragments
• Shape and fit replacement pieces
• Join them using Kintsugi repair techniques

The repaired seams are then highlighted with a beautiful gold metallic finish, celebrating the contrast between old and new and revealing the beauty found in imperfection.As well as enjoying the creative, hands-on experience with all the materials and tools provided, you’ll explore the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi and the idea that breakage and loss can become opportunities for creativity, renewal, and transformation. No two pieces are ever the same, making each Yobitsugi repair a truly original work of art.Join your teacher in our creative, inclusive, and welcoming environment and discover this fascinating next step in your Kintsugi journey. It’s a wonderful opportunity to develop your repair skills while creating a completely unique piece to treasure.Please note: This workshop is designed for participants who have previously completed the Art4Space Beginner Kintsugi Workshop and are ready to explore more complex and imaginative repairs.

• Materials to make joint Yobitsugi, carefully wrapped for home.
• All the materials and safe practices.
• Snacks, matcha tea, Japanese beer, Sake, wine.
• Unlimited coffee and tea.
• 10% off in our studio shop.

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