BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Amu Arts - ECPv6.16.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Amu Arts X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://amu-arts.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Amu Arts REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T170000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20260123T202509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T220616Z UID:2826-1771077600-1771088400@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Box Making Using Antique Japanese Paper with Tatsuhiko Niijima DESCRIPTION:Tatsuhiko Niijima from Japan for an exclusive hands-on workshop. Craft your own elegant box using rare antique Japanese colored paper\, learning traditional techniques as you assemble a pre-cut core and carefully apply each sheet. This intimate workshop offers a rare chance to experience the beauty and subtlety of Japanese paper artistry firsthand. \nIn partnership with the Sonoma Community Center is pleased to offer three special workshops on February 14th\, given by guest artists visiting from Japan. Register for more than one workshop and receive a 10% discount. Sign up for all three to make it a full day experience at 20% off! \nThis workshop focuses on making boxes using vintage Japanese colored paper. Both the size and construction method of the boxes are carefully designed to minimize paper waste. The core structure of each box is created using a contemporary bookbinding technique known as the V-cut\, which allows the corners to be exceptionally sharp and beautifully finished. We hope you will discover a unique charm in these boxes\, which combine old materials with new techniques–offering a character different from that of brand-new boxes. \nEach set consists of a box base and a matching lid. You may choose from three available sizes\, as well as your preferred colored paper from approximately ten different varieties of vintage Japanese paper. During the workshop\, you will assemble pre-cut core components and use a traditional Japanese brush to apply paste and carefully mount the colored paper onto the surface of the box. \nThis workshop is recommended for individuals with an interest in vintage objects\, traditional materials\, and Japanese tools. It is suitable for participants aged 13 and over\, as the process involves delicate work with thin paper and requires careful handling. URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/box-making-using-antique-japanese-paper-with-tatsuhiko-niijima/ LOCATION:Sonoma Community Center\, 276 East Napa Street\, Sonoma\, CA\, CA\, 95476\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Arts,Book Becoming Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/japanese-boxmaking-3-768x508-1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T133000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20260123T192434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T220358Z UID:2817-1771068600-1771075800@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Spiral Bookmaking with Ryoko Adachi DESCRIPTION:Workshop exploring a spiral book structure folded from two long sheets. Participants insert colors and discover how they emerge through the form. \n\n\nIn partnership with the Sonoma Community Center is pleased to offer three special workshops on February 14th\, given by guest artists visiting from Japan. Register for more than one workshop and receive a 10% discount. Sign up for all three to make it a full day experience at 20% off! \nThis book was designed by Adachi for a work inspired by DNA and the growth of the giant beanstalk. Its defining feature is a dynamic spiral structure created solely by folding two long sheets of paper\, without the use of glue or thread. In this workshop\, participants work with two long sheets of paper and thin colored papers. One of the long sheets is translucent and folded in half lengthwise. Participants freely insert colored paper between the folded layers. As the structure is folded and completed\, participants discover how the inserted colors shift and emerge through the spiral form. \nAnyone interested in making things can participate. No prior bookmaking experience is required. URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/spiral-bookmaking-with-ryoko-adachi/ LOCATION:Sonoma Community Center\, 276 East Napa Street\, Sonoma\, CA\, CA\, 95476\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Arts,Book Becoming Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/IMG_4439.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T113000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20260123T203915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T220535Z UID:2853-1771059600-1771068600@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Waterwheel Bookbinding with Kyoko Matsunaga DESCRIPTION:Hands-on workshop introducing Matsunaga’s Waterwheel Binding: build a simple model\, explore variations\, and spark ideas for artists. \nIn partnership with the Sonoma Community Center is pleased to offer three special workshops on February 14th\, given by guest artists visiting from Japan. Register for more than one workshop and receive a 10% discount. Sign up for all three to make it a full day experience at 20% off! \nIn this workshop\, participants will learn the structure of Matsunaga’s original bookbinding technique “Waterwheel Binding” by creating a simple model. The session offers a hands-on introduction to the technique and invites participants to explore its unique creative potential. The structure lends itself to many variations\, and it can serve as a source of new ideas for participants’ own artistic projects. \nThe workshop is intended for participants who have an interest in making things – such as artists or those with some bookbinding experience – rather than complete beginners. URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/waterwheel-bookbinding-with-kyoko-matsunaga/ LOCATION:Sonoma Community Center\, 276 East Napa Street\, Sonoma\, CA\, CA\, 95476\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Arts,Book Becoming Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/spiral-bookmaking.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T193000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20260123T194759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T170942Z UID:2850-1770919200-1770924600@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Artist Talk: The Book as Art at the Asian Art Museum DESCRIPTION:The CODEX Foundation will introduce book artists from Japan who will be exhibiting at CODEX X: International Biennial Book Art Fair & Symposium. Maki Aizawa of Amu Arts will introduce Ryoko Adachi\, Kyoko Matsunaga\, Tatsuhiko Niijima. These artists will give a brief presentation followed by an interactive experience with the artists and their works. \nThe CODEX Book Art Fair & Symposium is being held February 7–10 at the Oakland Marriott Civic Center. URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/artist-talk-the-book-as-art-at-asian-art-museum/ LOCATION:Asian Art Musuem\, 200 Larkin Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Image-1-23-26-at-4.14 PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260211 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20251208T040744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T000745Z UID:2801-1770422400-1770767999@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Amu Arts at CODEX 2026 DESCRIPTION:Amu Arts is honored to present Japanese artists at the CODEX Book Art Fair & Symposium from February 7~10\, 2026 at the Oakland Marriott Civic Center. We will be hosting visiting artists Ryoko Adachi\, Kyoko Matsunaga\, and Tatsuhiko Niijima from Japan\, each representing a unique lineage within contemporary Japanese book arts. \nPublic Book Art Fair Hours\nOakland Marriott City Center\n1001 Broadway\, Oakland\, CA 94607\nWest Ballroom \nSaturday\, February 7\, 2026\n12:30 pm – 5:30 pm \nSunday\, February 8\, 2026\n1:00 pm – 6:00 pm \nMonday\, February 9\, 2026\n1:00 pm – 6:00 pm \nTuesday\, February 10\, 2026\n10:00 am – 3:00 pm \n\nStudent Tickets are available at the door for $5 with a valid student ID.\nPlease contact us for group student ticket orders (10 or more). \nAll ticket types can be purchased at the door on the day(s) of the event! URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/japanese-book-arts-at-codex-2026/ LOCATION:Oakland Marriott City Center 1001 Broadway\, Oakland\, CA 94607\, 1001 Broadway\, Oakland\, CA\, 94607\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Arts,Book Becoming Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/IMG_4562.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250711 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250714 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20250527T212656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T232811Z UID:2643-1752192000-1752451199@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:International Folk Art Market in Santa Fe\, 7/11~13 in 2025 DESCRIPTION:We will be presenting our Japanese artists at the International Folk Art Market in Santa Fe\, New Mexico from July 11th through July 13th\, 2025. More than 150 artists from 50 countries will come to Santa Fe. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are so thrilled to showcase the works of  Joboji lacquerware handcrafted by Yoko Sasaki\, Makiko Baba\, Takashi Iwadate\, Yasuo Tamayama\, and Yusuke Takahashi from Ninohe in Iwate Prefecture; and “Magewappa” cedar bentwood such as bento boxes\, trays\, sake cups tied with cherry bark\, created by Yoshinobu and Yoshimasa Shibata from Akita Prefecture. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs well\, for the fourth consecutive year\, master kimono maker Tsuyo Onodera and designer Maki Aizawa will be featuring their KAMIKO textile works\, handsewn by professional kimono makers from the northern Tohoku region. URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/international-folk-art-market-in-santa-fe-7-1113-2025/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:1000 stitches,Kimono Making ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Untitled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250302T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250302T140000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20250223T172134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250223T180903Z UID:2558-1740913200-1740924000@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:"Okonomiyaki" Demo & Tasting DESCRIPTION:Join renowned chef Seiji Wakabayashi for a delicious exploration of Okonomiyaki\, the savory Japanese pancake\, in this special culinary workshop. Watch a live demonstration and tasting featuring five unique toppings\, and take home recipes to recreate this dish in your own kitchen. After you savor the flavors\, visit the Book Becoming Art exhibit at SVMA to experience the artwork of Veronika Schäpers\, who captures the essence of Japanese street food in her art books. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nThis workshop is organized in conjunction with Sonoma Valley Museum of Art’s exhibition\, Book Becoming Art 芸術になった本\, on view January 18 – April 27\, 2025. \nAbout the Instructor \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeiji Wakabayashi\n\nChef Seiji Wakabayashi is a long-time Bay Area Star Chef. Cooking in restaurants since the age of 15\, he has worked his way up to become Executive Chef at several well-known restaurants – Ondine\, Bushi-Tei\, and recently\, Sushi Ran. Classically trained in French cuisine\, he is well-versed in several styles\, Japanese\, Italian\, Chinese\, and of course\, French. He does not adhere dogmatically to any one particular cuisine\, but shines in creating dishes that use his technical knowledge in conjunction with playful and unique combinations of ingredients. \nOwase\, Japan is his hometown. Owase\, backed by mountains and next to the ocean\, is well known for its fish. There he began his culinary journey by helping in his mother’s kissaten (cafe). From there\, he apprenticed in his aunt’s Italian-style restaurant in Yokohama at the age of 15\, and then traveled to Kihachi in Tokyo to work under Kihachi Kumagai\, where he learned to cook ‘without boundaries.’ Chef Wakabayashi spent the 1990’s in southern California\, working his way through a variety of restaurants – Spago\, West Channel Bar & Grill\, & Cafe Del Rey. By the time he reached Northern California he was a rising star\, having earned his first Michelin star for his work at the Japanese fusion restaurant Bushi-Tei in San Francisco. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo sign up\, please click this link through the Sonoma Community Center.  You can contact Sean Baskin at sean@sonomacommunitycenter.org or call the office at (707)938-4626 for any questions. URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/okonomiyaki/ LOCATION:Sonoma Community Center\, 276 East Napa Street\, Sonoma\, CA\, CA\, 95476\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Arts,Book Becoming Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/IMG_7411.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250223T160000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20241223T011731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241223T014705Z UID:2437-1740319200-1740326400@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Curators in Conversation – Book Becoming Art 『芸術になった本』at SVMA DESCRIPTION:Curators Maki Aizawa\, Simon Blattner\, and Barbara Wells share their adventurous journey to assemble the exhibition Book Becoming Art. Maki Aizawa\, founder of Amu Arts\, is an artist and cultural producer based in Sonoma and Asuka\, Japan. Simon J. Blattner is a Sonoma-based papermaker\, curator\, art collector\, businessman\, and community leader. Barbara Wells is an independent consultant working primarily in the nonprofit sector who has worked with Simon for many years. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nWine and Japanese culinary treats are included. \nSunday\, February 23\, 2 PM\n$30 for SVMA  members\, $35 for non-members\nRegistration is required. Online registration closes Feb 22 at 5 PM. \n\n\nRegister URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/curators-in-conversation-book-becoming-art-%e3%80%8e%e8%8a%b8%e8%a1%93%e3%81%ab%e3%81%aa%e3%81%a3%e3%81%9f%e6%9c%ac%e3%80%8fat-svma/ LOCATION:Sonoma Valley Museum of Art\, 551 Broadway\, Sonoma\, CA\, 95476\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Arts,Book Becoming Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_1931-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250126T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250126T160000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20250113T043728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T003721Z UID:2451-1737896400-1737907200@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Community "Book Becoming Mushroom" at SCC DESCRIPTION:About the Event\n\nJoin us for a unique and interactive community event celebrating creativity\, nature\, and the wonders of fungi! We are thrilled to kick off a one-of-a-kind project: the creation of a Mushroom Book\, led by visiting artist Hiroko Fukumoto from Kyoto\, Japan. This free\, all-ages event invites you to help bring this fascinating art piece to life. \nAt the heart of this event\, you’ll be part of the process of transforming ordinary paperback books into living\, growing works of art. Using rice bran paste and mushroom spores\, participants will apply the paste between the pages of the books\, creating a fertile environment for mushrooms to grow over the next five weeks. Your hands-on involvement will help inoculate the books and set the stage for this organic spectacle. A few lucky participants will get to take home one of the books \nA large Mushroom Book will be displayed in the Sonoma Community Center foyer\, where it will be nurtured daily with misting\, and you’ll be able to watch as the mushrooms begin to sprout\, evolve\, and mature over time. A livestream camera will be set up for remote viewers to check in and witness the transformation from anywhere! \nCome be part of this imaginative\, living art experiment and witness the beauty of nature merging with the creative process. Whether you’re a seasoned artist\, a nature enthusiast\, or simply curious about the unexpected wonders of the world\, this event is for you. Don’t miss out on this special opportunity to participate in a truly unique experience! \nThis event is a fun\, hands-on experience for all ages and no prior art or mushroom-growing knowledge is required. \nWe can’t wait to see you there and share in this living art journey. You’re invited to return on March 2 from 2-4pm for a celebration of the fully-grown book. \n\nPlease RSVP here to witness the magic unfold! URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/book-becoming-mushroom-at-the-sonoma-community-center/ LOCATION:Sonoma Community Center\, 276 East Napa Street\, Sonoma\, CA\, CA\, 95476\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Arts,Book Becoming Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/生単体-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250126T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250126T130000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20250113T044722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T002340Z UID:2452-1737885600-1737896400@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:"Tanzaku" Bookmaking Workshop with Veronika Schäpers at SCC DESCRIPTION:Here is a unique opportunity to learn from Veronika Schäpers\, visiting artist from Germany\, whose work is included in Book Becoming Art\, on display at the Sonoma Valley Museum of Art from January 18-April 27. To register this workshop\, please click the link through the Sonoma Community Center. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nIn this workshop we combine the structure of a Jacob’s ladder with the traditional paper size “tanzaku 短冊”\, a long\, thin strip of paper which\, nowadays\, people normally use to write wishes on and hang up for display. The Jacob’s Ladder Book is a simple but refined way to insert the slim format of tanzaku strips into a book-like structure\, offering a surprising variety of combinations and almost magical insights. We will fold and cut the basic structure first\, into simple rectangles or other free geometric forms. Based on this structure we will stencil a repeating motif on the paper strips\, after creating a unique stencil composed of straight lines or dots up to floral forms. \nAfter the workshop at the Sonoma Community Center\, students are encouraged to tour the SVMA exhibition to see more of Veronika’s work. \n\n\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nAbout the instructor \nVeronika Schäpers \nVeronika Schäpers was born in Coesfeld\, Germany in 1969. She was trained as a bookbinder/craft for three years before she studied at the Hochschule für Kunst und Design Burg Giebichenstein Halle (D)\, where she graduated in 1996 with a diploma specializing in painting and books. www.veronikaschaepers.net  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPlease contact Sean Baskin\, Program Associate\, at sean@sonomacommunitycenter.org  for any questions to register this workshop. URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/tanzaku-bookmaking-workshop/ LOCATION:Sonoma Community Center\, 276 East Napa Street\, Sonoma\, CA\, CA\, 95476\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/IMG_5198-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250125T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250125T190000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20241123T150445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241224T175031Z UID:2385-1737824400-1737831600@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Opening Reception “Book Becoming Art // 芸術になった本” at SVMA DESCRIPTION:Along with an exhibition\, “Book Becoming Art // 芸術になった本” from January 25th through April 27th\, 2025 at the Sonoma Valley Museum of Art\, we offer our programs including “Book Becoming Mushroom” with a visiting artist\, Hiroko Fukumoto. More information is coming soon! URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/book-becoming-art/ LOCATION:Sonoma Valley Museum of Art\, 551 Broadway\, Sonoma\, CA\, 95476\, United States CATEGORIES:1000 stitches,Book Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Image-11-23-24-at-7.12 AM.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250118T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250427T170000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20241223T010124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T171802Z UID:2424-1737198000-1745773200@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Book Becoming Art 『芸術になった本』at SVMA DESCRIPTION:This major exhibition presents an exquisite collection of approximately 40 contemporary hand-crafted artist books. All of the artwork is inspired by Japanese aesthetics with the majority of pieces coming from Japan. The exhibition highlights how Japanese artistry combines traditional elements such as paper and calligraphy with modern themes and techniques\, particularly in bookmaking and print. These limited-edition and one-of-a-kind works celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Japan and its influence on artistic expression\, showcasing a blend of sophistication and creativity. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nThis exhibition introduces audiences to an art form that many are not aware of—the art of bookmaking.  It also features extraordinary Japanese and Japanese-inspired artists who are little known in the U.S.  The multi-layers of expression of this artmaking will enlighten and captivate viewers. Beyond the “literalness” of books—the exhibition’s eclectic blend of artists—all leaders in this art form—stretch the understanding of what a book can be. \nGuest Curators: Maki Aizawa\, Simon J. Blattner\, and Barbara Wells. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nOpening Reception:\nSaturday\, January 25\, 5-7 PM \n\nRegister URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/book-becoming-art-exhibition-at-svma/ LOCATION:Sonoma Valley Museum of Art\, 551 Broadway\, Sonoma\, CA\, 95476\, United States CATEGORIES:Book Arts,Book Becoming Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/YOHEI_NISHIMURA_1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250115T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250305T170000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20241124T151016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241224T175255Z UID:2402-1736931600-1741194000@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Residency Program “Book Becoming Mushroom // キノコになった本” DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce that we will host Hiroko Fukumoto from Kyoto\, Japan in Sonoma County and the San Francisco Bay Area along with an exhibition\, Book Becoming Art 「芸術になった本」 from January 18 ~ April 27\, 2025 at the Sonoma Valley Museum of Art.   \nOur residency program offers Hiroko Fukumoto’s “Book Becoming Mushroom” workshops to create her live mushroom books.  URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/book-becoming-mushroom/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Book Arts,Book Becoming Art ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/IMG_2018-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240711T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240714T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20240525T130606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240525T134350Z UID:2357-1720688400-1720987200@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:International Folk Art Market in Santa Fe 7/11/24~7/14/24 DESCRIPTION:We will be presenting our Japanese artists at the International Folk Art Market in Santa Fe\, New Mexico from July 11th through July 14th\, 2024. More than 160 artists from 52 countries — 39 of which will come to Santa Fe for the first time this year. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \nWe are so thrilled to showcase the works of  Joboji lacquerware handcrafted by Yoko Sasaki\, Makiko Baba\, Takashi Iwadate\, Yasuo Tamayama\, and Yusuke Takahashi from Ninohe in Iwate Prefecture; and “Magewappa” cedar bentwood such as bento boxes\, trays\, sake cups tied with cherry bark\, created by Yoshinobu and Yoshimasa Shibata from Akita Prefecture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \nAs well\, for the fourth consecutive year\, master kimono maker Tsuyo Onodera and designer Maki Aizawa will be featuring their KAMIKO textile works\, handsewn by professional kimono makers from the northern Tohoku region. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \nHere is a collection of vibrant photos with live music from last year’s IFAM! URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/international-folk-art-market-in-santa-fe-7-11-247-14-24/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Untitled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240610T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240614T150000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20240525T075306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240525T134818Z UID:2333-1718013600-1718377200@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Japanese Summer Camp 6/10/23 ~ 6/14/23 - FULL DESCRIPTION:Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM\nInstructor: Tsuyo Onodera & Maki Aizawa\nLocation: the Sonoma Community Center \nThis is a truly unique camp.  Local Sonoma artist Maki Aizawa and her mother Tsuyo Onodera\, traveling from Japan\, will guide students through craft projects that are deeply rooted in Japanese culture. With an overarching theme of sustainability they will learn how to artfully mend clothing and fiber projects through a technique called Nuitsugi. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nThey will also work in the ceramics department\, working with a modern version of Kintsugi\, where broken ceramics are put back together using a mixture of gold powder and lacquer. Both of these techniques highlight the flaw and turn something broken into something beautiful. They will also learn the process of Yobitsugi\, one of the most artistic Kintsugi techniques. “Yobi” means to call and “tsugi” means to connect. Rather than only using pieces from the original ceramic object\, Yobitsugi incorporates “foreign” pieces from other objects to mend the broken ceramic item. There will also be culinary lessons on Japanese food\, specifically lessons on making sushi\, ramen & gyoza\, and udon making. The campers will also learn mochitsuki pounding in the camp and make authentic mochi! \nSign up directly from the Sonoma Community Center link. URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/japanese-summer-camp-6-10-23-6-14-23-full/ LOCATION:Sonoma Community Center\, 276 East Napa Street\, Sonoma\, CA\, CA\, 95476\, United States CATEGORIES:Kintsugi,Nuitsugi ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_8539-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240602T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240602T173000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20240525T065746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240525T070333Z UID:2329-1717344000-1717349400@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Master Kimono Maker Lecture & Kamiko Trunk Show  6/2/24 DESCRIPTION:Master Kimono Maker Lecture & Kamiko Trunk Show \nJoin us for an exciting afternoon with master kimono maker\, Tsuyo Onodera and bay area designer and artist\, Maki Aizawa! The two will share their decades of experience in the kimono making world and the creation of the Sendai Kimono Making & Training School in Japan. \nAfterwards\, you’ll have the opportunity to purchase hand-sewn garments from Maki Aizawa’s brand\, Kamiko\, that works with licensed kimono makers in Japan to create contemporary designs for everyday life. \nWe are pleased to welcome back Maki Aizawa! She is the executive director of a non-profit Amu\, which weaves together arts\, cultures\, and communities in Sonoma\, CA. Maki is originally from Sendai\, Japan and from her earliest years was creatively immersed in the traditions of Japanese arts and culture. Her parents ran one of the most famous kimono-making schools in Japan. Maki and her mother teach the art of kimono making worldwide. Maki also practices ikebana (floral design)\, shodo (calligraphy)\, and the koto (traditional stringed musical instrument). Maki has been sharing the art and philosophy of kintsugi since 2019 in the US and online classes worldwide. \nTsuyo Onodera is a master kimono maker who has worked in the kimono industry for more than sixty years. Her family established the Aizawa Sendai Kimono Making/Training School in the northern city of Sendai\, Japan\, where she still lives and works. As the head of the school\, hundreds of students became licensed kimono makers under her mentorship during their five-year apprenticeships\, which required students to take up residency at the school. URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/master-kimono-maker-lecture-kamiko-trunk-show-6-2-24/ LOCATION:Nimbus Arts\, 649 Main St St.\, St. Helena\, 94574\, United States CATEGORIES:Kimono Making ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG_0604-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240602T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240602T143000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20240525T064315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240525T080246Z UID:2326-1717331400-1717338600@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Nuitsugi Workshop in St. Helena 6/2/24 - FULL DESCRIPTION:In this “Nuitsugi” class\, students will explore various traditional mending techniques used in the kimono-making process. The sewing techniques are very functional and practical yet can be applied to delicate fabrics such as silk\, fine thin cotton\, and linen. Be sure to bring an item of clothing or a cotton tote bag to practice these techniques on. “Nui” means to sew\, and “tsugi” means to connect. Let’s create something beautiful together! All levels are welcome. Maki will provide special and beautiful Japanese patching fabric. Please bring an item of clothing or cotton tote bag to mend. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nPlease register through the Nimbus Arts.  Please contact Kiera Louttit for any questions for signing up at this venue. URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/nuitsugi-workshop-the-art-of-japanese-mending/ LOCATION:Nimbus Arts\, 649 Main St St.\, St. Helena\, 94574\, United States CATEGORIES:Kimono Making,Nuitsugi ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/IMG_8388-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231114T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231114T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20231029T235658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T012006Z UID:2298-1699981200-1699992000@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Modern "Kintsugi" Workshop at Heath Clay Studio DESCRIPTION:We are offering a three-hour in-person kintsugi lesson at the Heath Clay Studio in San Francisco\, California. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nIn this session\, we will work with a broken plate or cup that each participant will bring\, joining 3~5 pieces during the lesson. This simple project allows you to understand the basics of Kintsugi.  \nThe cost of the class is $185. Please sign up from a payment form below.  \nPlease contact info@amu-arts.org for any questions. \n\n\n\nNote : The broken pieces are connected by mixing resin based urushi\, brass powder\, and thinner; each added in order\, little by little. Please note that the repaired piece will take at least 24 hours to cure before use. High temperature food or drinks are not recommended with the repaired piece. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n\nInstructors: \n\nTomomi Kamoshita is a ceramic artist from Tokyo. Tomomi was introduced to a modern version of kintsugi technique in 2010 and has been working and practicing on kintsugi and yobitsugi ever since. She is based in Tokyo and travels to the US and India to give her workshops in kintsugi. She was recently featured in CBS on kintsugi.\n\n  \n\nMaki Aizawa is an executive director of a non-profit origination\, amu: weaving together arts\, cultures and communities\, based in Sonoma\, California. Maki is originally from Sendai\, Japan and from her earliest years was creatively immersed in the traditions of Japanese arts and culture. Her parents ran one of the most famous kimono-making schools in Japan and with her mother\, she teaches the art of kimono making worldwide. Maki also studied and practices ikebana (floral design)\, shodo (calligraphy)\, and the koto (traditional stringed musical instrument). Together with Tomomi\, Maki has been sharing the art and philosophy of kintsugi since 2019 in the US and online classes worldwide during the pandemic. URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/kintsugi-heathceramics/ LOCATION:HEATH CLAY STUDIO\, 555 Alabama St Suite A\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94110\, United States CATEGORIES:Kintsugi ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/IMG_3164-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231112T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231112T130000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20231030T130408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T232257Z UID:2300-1699783200-1699794000@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Modern "Kintsugi" Workshop at Sonoma Community Center DESCRIPTION:We are offering a three-hour in-person kintsugi lesson with the artist\, Tomomi Kamoshita\, from Tokyo and Maki Aizawa. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nIn this session\, we will work with a broken plate or cup that each participant will bring\, joining 3~5 pieces during the lesson. This simple project allows you to understand the basics of Kintsugi.  \n\nPlease register through the Sonoma Community Center The contact Megan Billingham for any questions for signing up at this venue. \n\n\nNote : \nThe broken pieces are connected by mixing resin based urushi\, brass powder\, and thinner; each added in order\, little by little. Please note that the repaired piece will take at least 24 hours to cure before use. High temperature food or drinks are not recommended with the repaired piece. URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/kintsugi-sonomacommunitycenter/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Kintsugi ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/IMG_3169-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231111T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231111T163000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20231030T192008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T193422Z UID:2310-1699709400-1699720200@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Modern "Yobitsugi" Workshop at Nimbus Arts DESCRIPTION:We are offering a three-hour in-person “Yobitsugi” lesson with the visiting artist\, Tomomi Kamoshita\, from Tokyo and Maki Aizawa. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \nIn this session\, Tomomi will also bring us this special workshop to teach her own style of inventing objects from broken ceramic pieces\, turning them into an artful mosaic. This modern style of kintsugi is called Yobitsugi\, one of the most artistic Kintsugi techniques. “Yobi” means to call and “tsugi” means to connect. Rather than only using pieces from the original ceramic object\, Yobitsugi incorporates “foreign” pieces from other objects to mend the broken ceramic item \nThe cost of the class is $185. \nPlease register through the Nimbus Arts.  Please contact Kiera Louttit for any questions for signing up at this venue. \n\n\n\nNote : The broken pieces are connected by mixing resin based urushi\, brass powder\, and thinner; each added in order\, little by little. Please note that the repaired piece will take at least 24 hours to cure before use. High temperature food or drinks are not recommended with the repaired piece. \n\n\nInstructors: \n\n\n\nTomomi Kamoshita is a ceramic artist from Tokyo. Tomomi was introduced to a modern version of kintsugi technique in 2010 and has been working and practicing on kintsugi and yobitsugi ever since. She is based in Tokyo and travels to the US and India to give her workshops in kintsugi. She was recently featured in CBS on kintsugi.\n\n\n\nMaki Aizawa is an executive director of a non-profit origination\, amu: weaving together arts\, cultures and communities\, based in Sonoma\, California. Maki is originally from Sendai\, Japan and from her earliest years was creatively immersed in the traditions of Japanese arts and culture. Her parents ran one of the most famous kimono-making schools in Japan and with her mother\, she teaches the art of kimono making worldwide. Maki also studied and practices ikebana (floral design)\, shodo (calligraphy)\, and the koto (traditional stringed musical instrument). Together with Tomomi\, Maki has been sharing the art and philosophy of kintsugi since 2019 in the US and online classes worldwide during the pandemic.\n\n\n  URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/kintsugi-nimbusarts/ LOCATION:Nimbus Arts\, 649 Main St St.\, St. Helena\, 94574\, United States CATEGORIES:Kintsugi ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/IMG_3164-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230909 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230913 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20230110T062143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T190752Z UID:2069-1694217600-1694563199@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Kimono Making Workshop at Textile Center in Minneapolis 9/9~12\, 2023 - FULL DESCRIPTION:Master Kimono maker Tsuyo Onodera and Maki Aizawa are offering a 4-day kimono-making Guest Teaching Artist workshop at the Textile Center in Minneapolis from September 9th through 12th. Tsuyo and Maki will lead participants through the art of traditional kimono making from selecting and pinning the tanmono fabric to sewing your very own obi and casual summer kimono known as yukata. \nExplore the history of traditional kimono-making including discussion of kimono layout\, construction\, size\, and pattern alignment. Learn techniques for marking fabric with kote irons and creating body panels\, collars\, and sleeves. Using both hand-sewing and machine-sewing techniques\, construct your own kimono and obi. \nFinally\, learn how to hold\, drape\, and wear your very own kimono! \n \n \n  URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/kimono-minneapolis/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Kimono Making ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG_0276-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230811T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230811T193000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20230427T221102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T171634Z UID:2257-1691776800-1691782200@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Lecture/Trunk Show with Maki Aizawa at FWM in Philadelphia 8/11/2023 DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a Lecture and Trunk Show with Maki Aizawa. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nLecture/Trunk Show with Maki Aizawa URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/lecture-trunk-show-with-maki-aizawa-8-11-2023/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG_0443-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230810T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230810T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20230427T220816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T170337Z UID:2256-1691647200-1691697600@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Nuitsugi Mending Workshop with Maki Aizawa at FWM in Philadelphia 8/10/2023 DESCRIPTION:Maki Aizawa will be teaching a Nuitsugi Mending Workshop at the Fabric Workshop and Museum in Philadelphia on Thursday\, August 8/10 6pm-8pm! \nNuitsugi Mending Workshop with Maki Aizawa \n \n  \n  URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/nuitsugi-mending-workshop-with-maki-aizawa%e3%80%808-10-2023/ LOCATION:CA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG_0781-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230805T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230813T170000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20230427T220322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T170224Z UID:2255-1691222400-1691946000@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Yukata Summer Kimono Workshop at FWM in Philadelphia 8/5-6 & 8/12–13\, 2023 DESCRIPTION:Create your own yukata\, a type of summer kimono and design your own pattern at the Fabric Workshop and Museum! \nMaster Kimono maker Tsuyo Onodera\, from Sendai\, Japan\, and Maki Aizawa\, will teach using a step-by-step journey into the art of Japanese kimono sewing traditions—a cultural legacy Tsuyo Onodera has been dedicated to her entire life. ⁠ \n⁠Four-day workshop—taking place over two consecutive weekends—on Aug 5–6 and Aug 12–13. \nExtraordinary: Yukata Summer Kimono Workshop with Tsuyo Onodera and Maki Aizawa URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/yukata-summer-kimono-workshop-at-fwm-in-philadelphia-8-5-6-8-12-13-2023/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Kimono Making ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/IMG_0604-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230706 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230710 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20230322T002259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T134950Z UID:2218-1688601600-1688947199@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:International Folk Art Market in Santa Fe 7/6/23~7/9/23 DESCRIPTION:We will be presenting our Japanese artists at the International Folk Art Market in Santa Fe\, New Mexico from July 6th through July 9th\, 2023. More than 160 artists from 52 countries — 39 of which will come to Santa Fe for the first time this year. \nWe are so thrilled to showcase the works of sculptor Tomonobu Asamura from Nara; Joboji lacquerware handcrafted by Yoko Sasaki\, Makiko Baba\, Takashi Iwadate\, Yasuo Tamayama\, and Yusuke Takahashi from Ninohe in Iwate Prefecture; and “Magewappa” cedar bentwood such as bento boxes\, trays\, sake cups tied with cherry bark\, created by Yoshinobu and Yoshimasa Shibata from Akita Prefecture. \nAs well\, for the third consecutive year\, master kimono maker Tsuyo Onodera and designer Maki Aizawa will be featuring their KAMIKO textile works\, handsewn by professional kimono makers from the northern Tohoku region. \nHere is a collection of vibrant photos with live music from last year’s IFAM! \nHere is a film of a new location\, the Santa Fe Railyard Park. URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/international-folk-art-market-in-santa-fe/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Kimono Making ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Untitled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230624 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20230322T035526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240525T084350Z UID:2223-1687132800-1687564799@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Japanese Fiber & Clay Camp 6/19/23 ~ 6/23/23 - FULL DESCRIPTION:Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM\nInstructor: Tsuyo Onodera & Maki Aizawa\nLocation: the Sonoma Community Center (Room 210 & 209) \nMaki Aizawa and Tsuyo Onodera\, traveling from Japan will guide students through craft projects that are deeply rooted in Japanese Culture. With an overarching theme of sustainability they will learn how to artfully mend clothing and fiber projects through a technique called “Nuitsugi.” They will also work in the ceramics department diving into the ancient technique called “Kintsugi” where broken ceramics are put back together using a mixture of gold powder and lacquer. Both of these techniques highlight the flaw and turn something broken into something beautiful. This camp is best for kids with some hand sewing experience. \nSign up directly from the Sonoma Community Center link. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/japanese-fiber-clay-camp-at-the-sonoma-community-center/ LOCATION:Sonoma Community Center\, 276 East Napa Street\, Sonoma\, CA\, CA\, 95476\, United States CATEGORIES:Kimono Making,Kintsugi ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/IMG_3996.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230617T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230617T170000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20230430T043643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231029T235922Z UID:2258-1687014000-1687021200@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Modern “Kintsugi” Workshop in Sonoma 6/17/2023 DESCRIPTION:We are offering a two-hour in-person kintsugi lesson with the artist\, Tomomi Kamoshita\, joining via zoom from Tokyo and facilitator\, Maki Aizawa\, in Sonoma\, California. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nIn this session\, we will work with a broken plate or cup that each participant will bring\, joining 3~5 pieces during the lesson. This simple project allows you to understand the basics of Kintsugi.  \nThe cost of the class is $150. \nPlease contact info@amu-arts.org for any questions. \n\n\n\nNote : \nThe broken pieces are connected by mixing resin based urushi\, brass powder\, and thinner; each added in order\, little by little. Please note that the repaired piece will take at least 24 hours to cure before use. High temperature food or drinks are not recommended with the repaired piece. \n\n\n\n \n \n Kintsugi 6/17/23\n \n \n InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Kintsugi Workshop in Sonoma\, California Quantity*\n \n \n Price:\n $150.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n PhoneTotal\n $0.00\n \n Credit Card\n \n Cardholder Name\n \n \n Card Details URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/modern-kintsugi-workshop-in-sonoma-6-17-2023/ LOCATION:amu arts\, 751 4th St East\, Sonoma\, 95476 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/kintsugi_plate.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230429T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230429T170000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20230305T185726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T215523Z UID:2204-1682780400-1682787600@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Modern "Kintsugi" Workshop in Sonoma 4/29/2023 - Full DESCRIPTION:We are offering a two-hour in-person kintsugi lesson with the artist\, Tomomi Kamoshita\, joining via zoom from Tokyo and facilitator\, Maki Aizawa\, in Sonoma\, California. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nIn this session\, we will work with a broken plate or cup that each participant will bring\, joining 3~5 pieces during the lesson. This simple project allows you to understand the basics of Kintsugi.  \nThe cost of the class is $150. \nPlease contact info@amu-arts.org for any questions. \n\n\n\nNote : \nThe broken pieces are connected by mixing resin based urushi\, brass powder\, and thinner; each added in order\, little by little. Please note that the repaired piece will take at least 24 hours to cure before  use. High temperature food or drinks are not recommended with the repaired piece. \n\n  URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/modern-kintsugi-workshop-in-sonoma-4-29-2023/ LOCATION:amu arts\, 751 4th St East\, Sonoma\, 95476 CATEGORIES:Kintsugi ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/kintsugi_plate.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230325T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230325T170000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20230116T025453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230305T185510Z UID:2156-1679756400-1679763600@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:Modern "Kintsugi" Workshop in Sonoma 3/25/2023 - Full DESCRIPTION:We are offering a two-hour in-person kintsugi lesson with the artist\, Tomomi Kamoshita\, joining via zoom from Tokyo and facilitator\, Maki Aizawa\, in Sonoma\, California. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nIn this session\, we will work with a broken plate or cup that each participant will bring\, joining 3~5 pieces during the lesson. This simple project allows you to understand the basics of Kintsugi.  \nThe cost of the class is $150. \nPlease sign up by emailing info@amu-arts.org. \n\n\n\nNote : \nThe broken pieces are connected by mixing resin based urushi\, brass powder\, and thinner; each added in order\, little by little. Please note that the repaired piece will take at least 24 hours to cure before  use. High temperature food or drinks are not recommended with the repaired piece. \n\n  URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/kintsugi/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Kintsugi ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/kintsugi_green.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230311T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230311T170000 DTSTAMP:20260512T134316 CREATED:20230307T145331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T201025Z UID:2208-1678543200-1678554000@amu-arts.org SUMMARY:“Shimenawa” Weaving Workshop in Sonoma 3/11/2023 DESCRIPTION:We are hosting a “Shimenawa” weaving workshop in Sonoma with the artist Rimiko Berreman and the facilitator\, Maki Aizawa. We can accommodate up to 4 participants. A beginner participant will make an “Awaji” style “Shimenawa” and for participants who took our previous “Shimenawa” weaving class via zoom or in person\, will make an “Aya Tsunagi” style. \n\n\n \n\n\nIn Japanese Shinto tradition\, “Shimenawa” – ornamental woven rice straw\, is used to define sacred space. Shimenawa is seen in Japanese Shinto Shrines at the altar\, surrounding rocks\, and trees\, in presentation of sacred space. It is also often used in the home to welcome the New Year. \n\nFor the Pomo and Miwok tribes\, tule is often used in the ceremonial head pieces and dance costumes. It is also used in making houses\, clothing\, mats\, baskets\, and tools. Rimiko has been working with tule since 2004\, honoring the Native American tradition of making baskets\, boats\, “Kotcha” (house) and\, rope. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \nRimiko has created a workshop especially for us showcasing her step-by-step method using the unique characteristics of tule.  When tule is dry\, it is fragile but when it is wet\, it feels similar to leather. While traditional Shimenawa rice straw weaving requires quite a bit of skill\, we are able to utilize tule and its properties easily to create our own “Shimenawa” piece. \nThe workshop is 3 hours. The cost is $175. The materials\, hand-picked by Rimiko in California\, are included. \n\n\nPlease sign up by emailing info@amu-arts.org or use the form below. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.New Year’s “Shimenawa” Workshop Quantity*\n \n \n Price:\n $175.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n PhoneTotal\n $0.00\n \n Credit Card\n \n Cardholder Name\n \n \n Card Details\n \n This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google\n Privacy Policy and\n Terms of Service apply. URL:https://amu-arts.org/event/2208/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Basket Weaving ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://amu-arts.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG_0031-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR