Cloisonné Filigree Coaster Workshop

Course Description

Cloisonné Filigree is a traditional decorative art form that combines exquisite craftsmanship with vibrant enamel colors. Originating in the Yuan Dynasty and flourishing during the Ming and Qing Dynasties in China, this technique has been used to create breathtaking works of art, from vases and bowls to jewelry and ceremonial objects. The process begins with fine metal wires, typically made of copper or gold, carefully bent and shaped into intricate patterns. These wires are affixed to a metal base, forming small compartments or "cloisons." These compartments are then filled with colored enamel paste and fired at high temperatures, creating a smooth, glass-like surface with a brilliant, polished finish. About The Workshop : Designed as an introduction to this traditional Chinese art form, this session aims to provide participants with a hands-on experience that highlights the beauty and intricacy of Cloisonné and experience the art of cloisonné in a simplified, accessible format (No firing or high temperatures required with non-fired glaze). During this workshop, you will learn about the significance of Cloisonné within Chinese culture and its historical roots. You will gain insights into the materials and techniques used in this ancient craft, focusing specifically on the process of filling cloisonné compartments with vibrant enamel powders. Workshop Highlights : - Introduction to Cloisonné - Learn the history of Cloisonné, significance, and design principles - Hands-On activities to explore colour theory and create a coloured sketch - Practice enamel filling techniques with vibrant enamel powders Class Size: Maximum of six participants per class Note: - The completed filigree base will be pre-prepared by the instructor (Dunhuang Pattern) - Participants will take home their finished coaster (walnut based) at the end of the class - Workshops can be taught in English/Cantonese - ~2 hours workshop - Suitable for participants aged 10 and above - 掐絲琺瑯是一種傳統的裝飾藝術形式，將精湛的工藝與鮮豔的琺瑯色彩完美融合。這種技巧起源於元代，興盛於明清時期，曾被用於創作令人嘆為觀止的藝術品，從花瓶、碗到珠寶和禮器，無所不包。 掐絲琺瑯的製作工藝始於將細金屬絲（通常由銅或金製成）精心彎曲，塑造成複雜的圖案。這些金屬絲被固定在金屬底座上，形成一個個小格子，或稱為「掐絲」。隨後，在這些格子中填入彩色琺瑯漿，並在高溫下燒製，最終呈現出光滑如玻璃的表面，並呈現出光亮的拋光效果。 關於工作坊 : 本課程旨在介紹此中國傳統藝術形式，為參與者提供親身體驗，展現景泰藍的精美與精妙，並以簡化易懂的方式（使用無需燒製的釉料）體驗景泰藍藝術。在本次工作坊中，您將了解這門古老工藝所使用的材料和技藝，尤其將重點放在如何用色彩鮮豔的琺瑯粉填充景泰藍的工藝。 工作坊亮點 : - 了解景泰藍的歷史/設計原則 - 動手實踐，探索色彩理論並繪製彩色草圖 - 練習琺瑯填充技法 課堂人數: 可接受單人報名，最多六人一班 備註: - 掐絲完成的底座(敦煌圖案)將由導師預先準備好 - 課程結束後，學員可將完成的杯墊帶回家 - 可以英語/粵語授教 - 課程大約2小時 - 適合10歲以上參與