Saturday, May 23, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, May 24, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cost $400/participant
Maximum 12 participants
By registration only

In this 2-day course taught by Yuka Morino of Three Little Spruce, participants will learn the traditional Japanese art of repairing broken pottery, known as Kintsugi.

Included with the course is a take-home kit containing everything each participant needs to continue practicing this art.
A unique workshop! No repair experience required. Everyone is welcome.

The intricate process of Kintsugi will be taught through hands-on instruction in a classroom setting, and students will also create their own lacquerware pieces from natural wood chopsticks.

During the session, each participant will have the opportunity to work on broken ceramic pieces at different stages of Kintsugi.

All participants will be able to take home the Kintsugi piece they work on.

Important Note: We will use Urushi lacquer, essential for Kintsugi, which can cause severe skin irritation (in this session, low-sensitivity Urushi lacquer will be provided). Participants must wear the provided gloves and apply Vaseline to exposed skin. Avoid contact with unintended surfaces.


Kintsugi, literally translated from Japanese, means “golden joinery”. This traditional Japanese art, used to repair broken ceramics, employs natural materials such as tree sap, clay, and flour, dusted with gold (or other precious metals), to make cracks or broken lines beautiful. The cracks are called Keshiki, which means scenery, landscape, or view in Japanese. They become part of the object’s story, emphasizing its history. More than just a craft, these practices embody resilience, sustainability, and the beauty of imperfection.

More information about the workshop can be found on the museum's website www.cortesmuseum.com.