Since the beginning of the year, Thuy Gattaux (Ar’Thuy) has been leading Kintsugi workshops for groups of children and young people. Kintsugi is an ancient Japanese practice of repairing broken pottery with the aim of highlighting and embellishing the object’s scars, giving it a new lease on life. The underlying philosophy is wabi-sabi, which celebrates the beauty of imperfection and impermanence. This technique transforms broken pottery into a unique and valuable work of art, emphasizing the object’s history and worth.

By combining the art and philosophy of Kintsugi, Thuy Gattaux has guided young people on a spiritual and symbolic path of introspection. Through the workshops, they have learned to embrace imperfections, demonstrate creativity and patience, and adopt a sustainable approach.