kintsugi residency (autumn 2025)

Kintsugi Residency (Autumn, 2025)

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Target Audience

• Artists, ceramicists, potters, craftspeople, conservators, and researchers who are interested in learning traditional urushi-based Kintsugi
• Individuals interested in sustainable practices, conservation, Japanese art, and traditional crafts
• No prior experience with Kintsugi or urushi required

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Program Dates

Session A: Oct. 4th - Oct. 31st, 2025

Session B: Nov. 8th - Dec. 25th, 2025

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Application deadline: Aug 1st, 2025

Selection Process:

We review and accept candidates on a rolling basis — early application is highly encouraged, as spaces may fill before the deadline.

Number of artists: Maximum 4 artists per session.

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Program Highlights

This is a 4‑week, English‑taught intensive program designed for those seeking to build a strong foundation in traditional #Kintsugi — the Japanese art of repairing broken ceramics with urushi lacquer and gold.

The program is led by Clementine Nuttall, a British artist and conservator with over a decade of experience in Kintsugi and urushi lacquer. Artists will explore the artistry, culture, and philosophy of Kintsugi while gaining practical skills in ceramic repair and traditional tool‑making.

Each artist will receive a valuable set of artisan‑grade Kintsugi tools and an English‑language Kintsugi Handbook for use during and after the residency to support their continued practice.

The program aims to empower artists to integrate Kintsugi techniques into their future works and personal projects.

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Disciplines

Kintsugi, Ceramic Repair, Pottery, Urushi Lacquer, Lacquer Art, Traditional Craft, Japanese Craft, Craft, Traditional Techniques, Sustainable Art, Natural Materials, Conservation