This event is in the past.It took place on March 12, 2026 at Shapiro Library.
Watch broken pottery become art. Master Kintsugi artist Aki Motoyama demonstrates how to mend shattered ceramics with lacquer and real gold, turning damage into something even more beautiful than the original.
Hands-on demonstration
Traditional Japanese craft
Artist Q&A
Livestream available
Tips
✨real gold lacquer used in demo
🎓artist trained in Japan, Italy & Michigan
📺watch online if you can't attend
Kintsugi Demonstration with Aki Motoyama
Burns Park
Watch broken pottery become art. Master Kintsugi artist Aki Motoyama demonstrates how to mend shattered ceramics with lacquer and real gold, turning damage into something even more beautiful than the original.
Hands-on demonstration
Traditional Japanese craft
Artist Q&A
Livestream available
Tips
✨real gold lacquer used in demo
🎓artist trained in Japan, Italy & Michigan
📺watch online if you can't attend
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