Mud, Mind and Material: Dorodango Workshop



2 hours

Class size 1 to 15 (public classes), 1 to 20

  £40 - £45 (£45 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, £40/guest for 4+ guests) (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Arrival

Arrival

Enjoy a cup of herbal tea as you arrive and settle in


Forming the core

Forming the Core

We begin by forming the core into a solid sphere


Shaping

Shaping

Then we start shaping the sphere


Polishing

Polishing

Then you keep going until the magic happens, and your humble mud dumpling transforms into this shiny object, made completely by your own hands.


In this transformative Mud, Mind & Material: Dorodango Workshop, you will immerse yourself in the simple beauty of Dorodango, the Japanese art of crafting mud into shiny spheres that resemble marble.
Don't worry if you're new to this meditative activity. This workshop is designed for beginners, offering a gentle introduction to the craft. You'll be guided step-by-step through the process, so there's no pressure to have any prior experience.
  • You will delve into the art of circularity
  • Connect with the calming nature of the practice
  • Learn to appreciate the simplicity of natural materials
During the workshop, you'll work with rescued clay from the local HS2 construction site, shaping it into a polished sphere that reflects the beauty of the Earth and you. As you engage in this meditative practice, you may feel a sense of calm.
By the end of the session, you'll have your own unique dorodango to take home - an embodiment of patience, focus, and the beauty found in simplicity.
What you'll get
A completed Dorodango ball
Location

1-2 Minerva Rd, London NW10 6HJ

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