Learn the Fuki-urushi technique—a method that highlights the natural grain of wood using genuine urushi lacquer and other natural materials.
Date & Time: Saturday, June 21, 2025, 1pm – 3pm
Fee: $110.18. NNMCC members 20% off
Discover the beauty of traditional Japanese craftsmanship in this informative class, where you'll learn the Fuki-urushi technique—a method that highlights the natural grain of wood using genuine urushi lacquer and other natural materials. Using wooden bases imported from a lacquer shop in Japan, you'll explore each step of the process, including smoothing the wood surface, preparing fillers to even out the grain, and applying natural lacquer with a brush.
Workshop Details:
- Skill Level: Open to all levels
- What to Wear: Please wear a long-sleeve work shirt to protect your skin.
- Important Health Notice: Urushi lacquer, essential in lacquerware making, can cause severe skin irritation. If you have previously reacted to poison ivy, we strongly advise against attending this workshop.
- Materials Provided: All tools and materials are included.
Additional Information:
- Each participant will receive one wooden plate to complete during the workshop.
- Size: 15 cm
- Wood Type: Katsura
- Additional wooden pieces and chopsticks will be available for purchase at the studio if you'd like to work on more during the class.
- Participants will also take home their finished lacquerware piece and a small amount of urushi lacquer to apply the final coat at home.
- Actual item given is the image below: Colour may differ from the image.
Allergy Alert
Important: Please be aware that we will use urushi lacquer which can cause severe skin irritation. Always wear provided gloves and apply Vaseline to exposed skin. Avoid contact with non-intended surfaces. Do not take this class if you have previously been exposed to poison ivy.
