The Art & Tradition of Japanese Boat Building

Douglas Brooks has been researching and building Japanese wooden boats for over thirty years. In a tradition that has almost disappeared he worked as an apprentice alongside nine master boat builders throughout Japan, all craftspeople in their seventies and eighties. Learning the well-kept secrets of this specialized craft, he has documented their designs and techniques. He is the sole apprentice to seven of his nine teachers. His teaching, workshops, five books, and many articles have indelibly raised awareness of this craft. Join us for a lively presentation where Douglas will share his unique story in learning traditional Japanese boat building and its connection to Japanese aesthetics and culture.

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