Price: 546 AED ( 5% vat and All materials are included)
The class will be conducted in English at The Workshop Dubai
Age: 10+

Kintsugi: The Art of Embracing, a philosophy-led workshop inspired by the Japanese practice of Kintsugi and its reflection on imperfection, transformation, and wholeness. a practice that invites us to see beauty not despite our imperfections, but because of them.
In a world that often encourages us to conceal our cracks, Kintsugi offers a different perspective: one that honors change, acknowledges fragility, and finds meaning in what has been transformed.



This workshop is an invitation to slow down and engage with the creative process as a form of reflection. Through a guided artistic journey, participants will explore themes of acceptance, resilience, and wholeness while creating a meaningful piece of art infused with personal significance.



Rather than seeking perfection, the experience encourages participants to embrace what is, to recognize the stories carried within every mark, and to discover the quiet beauty that emerges when we stop resisting what has shaped us.



At its heart, Kintsugi is not about returning to who we once were. It is about acknowledging every chapter of our story and allowing it to belong.



Participants will be guided through a carefully curated experience that combines artistic practice, philosophy, and mindful creation in a welcoming and supportive environment.



Workshop Flow



Arrival & Introduction
A gentle introduction into the philosophy of Kintsugi and the mindset of the experience. Participants are invited to slow down, observe, and step into the process with intention.



The Act of Breaking
A symbolic moment that shifts perception — where form gives way to fragments, and control is surrendered to process.



Reconstruction Process
Participants engage in a slow, meditative rebuilding of form. Each fragment is placed with awareness, creating a new structure that holds memory within its shape.



The Golden Traces
The final stage reveals what has been transformed. The cracks are no longer hidden — they become part of the visual language of the piece, traced in gold as a reminder that repair is not erasure, but evolution.




Closing Reflection
A quiet moment of observation and reflection. Participants leave with their finished work — not as a restored object, but as a transformed one




Participants will leave with:



• A completed Kintsugi-inspired artwork/plate/bowl/vase
• An introduction to the philosophy and symbolism of Kintsugi
• A meaningful creative experience rooted in reflection and self-expression
• A renewed appreciation for imperfection, transformation, and the beauty of becoming whole



No prior artistic experience is required. All materials and guidance will be provided.

About The Instructor:
Al-Zahraa Soliman, also known as Zee Soliman; a dentist by degree and an artist by passion. Her creative journey is rooted in expressive, intuitive, and emotionally driven art. She works across various mediums, from abstract painting to conceptual storytelling, always drawn to the therapeutic and connective power of art. Her work has been showcased in gallery exhibitions, where she explores themes of emotion, identity, and inner stillness. Through her workshops, she aims to create spaces where creativity flows freely and participants can connect with their inner voice through color, texture, and movement.