{"product_id":"japanese-overglaze-nabeshima-ware-painting-workshop-with-yunting-li-2026","title":"Japanese Overglaze (Nabeshima Ware) Painting Workshop with Yunting Li","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis 3-hour immersive workshop with artist \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/yuntingceramic\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYunting Li\u003c\/a\u003e explores the refined decorative techniques of \u003ci\u003eNabeshima porcelain\u003c\/i\u003e from Arita, Japan, celebrated for its elegant overglaze enamel painting applied to already glaze-fired porcelain surfaces. Participants will work with imported, lead-free Japanese overglaze pigments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDuring the workshop, students will paint on underglaze-decorated, clear glaze-fired porcelain, experiencing the unique process of adding color and detail to finished ceramic surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: \u003c\/strong\u003eClear glaze fired porcelain pieces are required for this workshop. The Guest Artist will have plates available for purchase or students are welcome to bring their own. Please see the notes on \u003cem\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Tools\u003c\/em\u003e below for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLevel:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Beginner – Advanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrerequisite: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrior experience with glazing is recommended but not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTopics Covered\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduction to the history and aesthetics of Nabeshima porcelain from Arita, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinciples of balanced composition and traditional Japanese motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemonstration of overglaze pigment preparation and brush techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHands-on painting using imported Japanese overglaze enamels on pre-fired porcelain surfaces with cobalt underglaze decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscussion of overglaze firing temperatures and color development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Tools\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eStudents are required to either bring a pre-fired piece or purchase one from the guest artist at the start of the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYunting Li will bring pre-fired plates available for purchase at the start of the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eStudents are limited to one piece for the workshop. All other essential tools and materials will be provided by the visiting artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eGlaze-fired plates and brushes will be available for purchase at the workshop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eStudents are welcome to bring their own preferred brushes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eParticipants must work on a clear glaze-fired porcelain piece to take part in the workshop. If you are bringing your own piece please make sure that the piece fits the following guidelines:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePieces should ideally include underglaze linework (such as cobalt designs) that will be filled with overglaze color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork must already be glaze-fired with a clear glaze prior to the workshop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePorcelain is the recommended clay body for to best fit this overglaze technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimpler, moderately scaled underglaze designs are recommended for better control, especially for beginners\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize Guidelines: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eMaximum size: 10” x 10” x 10”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFiring\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Overglaze process involves a third firing, which will be completed at Tao of Clay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eFiring for one piece is included in the registration fee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eDue to time constraints, participants will complete one piece during the workshop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStudio Access\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis workshop includes access to the studio only during scheduled workshop hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Yunting Li\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYunting Li is a ceramic artist, educator, and glaze designer at Laguna Clay and Glaze Company, where she develops and refines glazes trusted by artists worldwide. She holds a BFA in Ceramics from Jingdezhen Ceramic University—the world’s porcelain capital—and an MFA in Ceramics from Saga University in Japan.\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWith more than a decade of experience, Yunting has taught extensively across the U.S. and internationally, leading workshops on Glaze Decoration \u0026amp; Chemistry, Underglaze Painting, and Wheel-Throwing Techniques. She also teaches at the American Museum of Ceramic Art (AMOCA), where her classes are known for combining technical expertise with an approachable, inspiring style of instruction.\u003cbr\u003eFluent in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Japanese, Yunting brings a rare cross-cultural perspective to her teaching. Her workshops are celebrated for being hands-on, engaging, and insightful—demystifying glaze science while sparking creativity for artists at every level.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.austincoudriet.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-1f301290-7fff-de2a-1816-18f13061ed73\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCancellation Policy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAll sales are final and non-refundable. No refunds will be given for cancellations made at any time. \u003cem\u003ePlease consider this policy before purchasing a ticket.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMissed Class Policy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWe do not offer refunds, prorated refunds, or make-up sessions for missed workshop days or times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAge Requirement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAges 18 +\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e(Ages 16–18 may participate with prior approval. Please contact info@taoofclay.com.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePlease contact \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003einfo@taoofclay.com\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with any questions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tao of Clay","offers":[{"title":"Saturday November 21st 2026 | 1:00 - 4:00 PM","offer_id":50376522826085,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/7940\/1573\/files\/Yunting_s_Japanese_Overglaze_Painting.jpg?v=1790979967","url":"https:\/\/taoofclay.com\/products\/japanese-overglaze-nabeshima-ware-painting-workshop-with-yunting-li-2026","provider":"Tao of Clay","version":"1.0","type":"link"}