Studio Kinkou

Contact name: Lucy Freeman

50
Total bookings

Rating

(12)

over 1 year
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

I have been an artist for over 25 years with a specific interest in Japanese art and culture. This led to a fascination with Japanese ceramics and now I enjoy creating unique hand built and decorative pieces that are rooted in traditional Japanese techniques with a specific interest in Kurinuki and Kintsugi. I love the meditative effect of these traditional crafts and the unique and often surprising results they produce. My little studio/workshop opened in 2021 and is situated in a converted stable in the grounds of Wolvey Hall, a Grade II listed building. The perfect place for creativity.

Courses, kits & gifts

gold award

Wolvey

Ceramic Workshop: Make a Japanese Kurinuki Yunomi Cup

3½ hours

Next date: 4th May 2025

2 places left

£65.00

gold award

Wolvey

Ceramics Workshop: Make a Japanese Clay Dorei Bell

2 hours

Next date: 31st May 2025

5 places left

(1)

£45.00

gold award

Wolvey

Kintsugi Workshop for beginners

3 hours

Next date: 28th Jun 2025

(11)

£58.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

17 Apr 25'

LauraT reviewed: Ceramics Workshop: Make a Japanese Clay Dorei Bell

"Lucy is a great teacher, she showed us all the steps to make the bells and was happy to answer any questions or help. The studio is a lovely charming space, with a very relaxed feel. Thoroughly recommend we'll definitely be going back for more classes. "

3 Apr 25'

Jacqueline Biddlecombe reviewed: Kintsugi Workshop for beginners

"This Kintsugi afternoon workshop was really enjoyable and the time just whizzed past! I took a rather ambitious broken vase to repair, but Lucy was very encouraging and supportive and I completed the project I took with me. I am really delighted with the finished item, and my cat has been banned from going anywhere near it again. The process is interesting and I would recommend having a go. The rural venue is beautiful and a lovely place to spend a few hours. "

2 Apr 25'

Laura reviewed: Kintsugi Workshop for beginners

"Bought this course as a Xmas prezzie for my mum. We both really enjoyed it and produced a very nice end product via the process that was completely new to us. Great tutor, venue and cake!! "

23 Jun 24'

Marie reviewed: Kintsugi Workshop for beginners

"My daughter and I were made to feel extremely welcome. Lucy is a true inspiration. We were both really pleased with our bowls and can't wait to do some more. Thank you so much Lucy, it was a great birthday treat 😀 "