Kintsugi | Embracing Imperfection

$85.00

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In this workshop, students will learn about the origins of Kintsugi, the Japanese ‘art of golden repair,’ and its meaning as it relates to one’s own life. Instructor Luis Santiago explains, “In these uncertain and crazy times, I believe people can find some solace and comfort in realizing that their so called “scars” and imperfections are things that do not need to be hidden or ashamed of.” While the traditional craft of Kintsugi can take multiple months to complete, mastery in application, and involves toxic lacquer, the techniques used in this workshop to repair two ceramic pieces and embellish these pieces in two distinct Kintsugi-inspired ways brings it to a much wider audience and allows for completion in one workshop.

All materials are included. Students will learn two distinct ways of highlighting the breaks of their provided ceramic pieces and will take home a unique piece.

Ages 17+ are welcome. 


• Military and sibling discounts: Email us for more information.
• Scholarships available: Click here for an application.
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Kintsugi | Embracing Imperfection
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San Diego Craft Collective, 2590 Truxtun Rd., Studio 106, SD 92106 • 619.273.3235 • make@sandiegocraft.org

This workshop is held outdoors, so we suggest:
• Dress in layers, bring a jacket, hat, etc. so you can adjust to the weather.
• Bring water/beverage and a snack if you need to be comfortable.
• Bring an apron or wear comfortable clothes that can get messy.

DIRECTIONS: Located in Liberty Station’s Arts District, you can find our studio at the end of the hallway on the 1st floor of the Dorothea Laub Music & Arts Center (Bldg 176) at the corner of Roosevelt & Truxtun, next to The Lot movie theater. There is plenty of free parking. Parking Lot Q is behind our studio — enter via the driveway off Dewey. Across the street in the Vons parking lot, it is also free. If you can’t find us, call or text 619.273.3235.

CLASS SIZE: 3 min. If the minimum is not met, you will receive a full refund or credit toward another class.

REFUNDS: No refunds for tardiness or no-shows. For a refund (minus a 5% processing fee), you must cancel 7 days before the start of the class. After 7 days, we cannot offer refunds, as materials and supplies have already been purchased.

TRANSFERS: You may transfer your enrollment spot to someone else, but transfers must happen before the workshop begins. Please email us to let us know who’s coming.

INTEREST LIST: If a class is full or you would like to be notified of future offerings, join our Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available.


ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:
Luis Santiago has been teaching Kintsugi for 3 years, sharing the craft, and on a deeper level, imparting the meaningful message of resilience, acceptance and dealing with adversity in life. He explains that he “discovered the art, history and essence of Kintsugi quite by accident. It immediately struck a chord with me. It led me to learn about and appreciate the simple message of Wabi Sabi. In these uncertain and crazy times, I believe people can find some solace and comfort in realizing that their so called “scars” and imperfections are things that do not need to be hidden or ashamed of.” Prior to teaching this workshop, Luis is/was a decorative and faux finish artist for many years both in the USA and in Spain.

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