Release Date: June 01 2025

In this workshop we’ll be using kakishibu to treat a range of Japanese papers — from thick to thin. You will learn how to layer the color for different effects and how the kakishibu works

Kakishibu is a tannin processed from the juice of unripe persimmon fruit (kaki = persimmon, shibu = tannin), is a traditional natural material that has been used for many years in Japan. One of its applications is to dye paper. Paper treated with kakishibu is strengthened, repels insects and is water resistant. 

This course is presented in recorded modules which equal a full day six hour workshop. The fee includes all video modules, which will be available for one year, as well as a materials kit. The materials kit includes Japanese paper and most of the supplies you’ll need for the workshop along with basic items from your own studio.

What you’ll learn

· history of the use of kakishibu and Japanese papers

· overview of a range of Japanese papers / washi

· how to prepare kakishibu from powdered form

· how to store kakishibu

· troubleshooting issues

· applying kakishibu

· techniques for handmade, machine-made, sized and lightweight papers

· alternate methods

· layering kakishibu

· finishing techniques for papers

This workshop includes a module on the work of artists using Japanese papers and kakishibu in their work to inspire you.

You will work with a range of Japanese papers: mid weight, light weight, handmade, machine-made, natural, dyed and decorative papers to understand how to treat each. At the end of the workshop, you will have a good range of reference samples.

There will be a live Zoom session two weeks after the release of the workshop so you can ask questions and share your work if you’ve started the workshop.

The cost of the workshop is $125.00

The cost of the paper / material and tools kit and shipping is $97.50

Combined cost is $237.50

For a limited time I am offering this workshop for $195.00