Studio Kinkou

Contact name: Lucy Freeman

81
Total bookings

Rating

(27)

about 2 years
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

Kintsugi Workshop for beginners

3 hours

Next date: 22nd Feb 2026

6 places left

(22)

£58.00

gold award

Wolvey

Pottery Workshop: Make a Japanese Clay Dorei Bell

2 hours

Next date: 7th Dec 2025

6 places left

(2)

£45.00

gold award

Wolvey

Pottery Workshop: Make a Japanese Kurinuki Cup

2½ hours

Next date: 10th Jan 2026

4 places left

(3)

£60.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

30 Nov 25'

Celia Perez Mourin reviewed: Kintsugi Workshop for beginners

"Thank you Lucy (Studio KinKou) I’ve had a lovely and productive time learning the art of Kintsugy from someone who loves her craft. Your warm hospitality, tasty homemade banana cake , T & C was greatly appreciated. Going fwd I look forward to practicing what I learned repairing the old broken Japanese vase 🏺 to large to bring with me to the workshop. "

27 Oct 25'

Sarah Vipond reviewed: Kintsugi Workshop for beginners

"Five star introduction to this fascinating Japanese art form . Lucy is a wonderful patient teacher who helps with tips as well as great tuition. I would recommend this course."

21 Sep 25'

Catherine reviewed: Pottery Workshop: Make a Japanese Clay Dorei Bell

"Really enjoyed the course. Tutor was welcoming, friendly and hugely knowledgeable. I was able to make several bells whilst learning lots about different types of clay and methods of decoration. Also, really interesting learning about the history of the bells. Lovely location, great coffee and very tasty cake."

14 Sep 25'

Ian & Ingrid reviewed: Pottery Workshop: Make a Japanese Kurinuki Cup

"Ingrid and I had a wonderful time on this course. The setting was calm and pleasant, and the teacher was both knowledgeable and very friendly, which made the whole session enjoyable. We left with cups we’re genuinely proud of and a new appreciation for the process. A rewarding and relaxing experience — highly recommended."