# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Kintsugi for Beginners: Repair, Reflection, and Renewal
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Discover the art of repair and renewal through Kintsugi, the Japanese practice of mending broken ceramics with gold.

Join Japanese artist Mami Takahashi for an introductory hands-on workshop exploring the philosophy, history, and modern techniques of Kintsugi. Rather than hiding cracks or imperfections, Kintsugi embraces them as part of an object’s story—transforming breakage into something meaningful and beautiful.

Participants will learn beginner-friendly Kintsugi methods while repairing a ceramic piece provided during class and will take home their completed work at the end of the workshop.

✨ No experience necessary
✨ All materials provided
✨ Take home your repaired ceramic piece

Kintsugi for Beginners: Repair, Reflection, and Renewal
? Thursday, August 20, 2026
? 3:00–5:30 PM
? Visitors Center Lower Level Gallery

Cost:
Members: $68
Non-Members: $73

All workshop materials are included, including ceramic practice pieces, tools, gold-colored finishing materials, gloves, and instructional handouts.

Please note: This beginner workshop uses epoxy and adhesive materials as part of the process. Protective gloves will be available.

Space is limited to 18 participants and advance registration is required. Registration cancellations must be made at least one week in advance for refund eligibility.

Register here: https://52957.blackbaudhosting.com/52957/Kintsugi-For-Beginners
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rockford/kintsugi-for-beginners-repair-reflection-and-renewal/200030110376215
- **Event Categories**: workshops, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 141

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Rockford
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 318 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL, United States, Illinois 61107
- **lat**: 42.28929
- **long**: -89.05881
- **full address**: 318 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL, United States, Illinois 61107

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Kintsugi for Beginners: Repair, Reflection, and Renewal being held?
  - **A:** Kintsugi for Beginners: Repair, Reflection, and Renewal takes place on Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm at 318 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL, United States, Illinois 61107.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Kintsugi for Beginners: Repair, Reflection, and Renewal?
  - **A:** Kintsugi for Beginners: Repair, Reflection, and Renewal is organized by Anderson Japanese Gardens.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Kintsugi for Beginners: Repair, Reflection, and Renewal is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Rockford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 140+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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