Japanese marbling and book binding by Chika Ito
Date/Time
Saturday 4 October
10:00-14:30
(We prepare some light snacks but please feel free to bring your own lunch)
Participate in the Suminagashi workshop for €55, or the Watoji workshop for €50. Alternatively, book both morning and afternoon sessions for a combined price of €90, representing a €15 discount.
Location
Studio Soona in Het Badhuis
Leidseplein 49, Haarlem
Price
€90 per person (including all the materials, tea and snacks)
Languages
English / Dutch / Japanese
✨No experience needed — the workshop is suitable for all levels, from beginners to experienced creatives.
✨Register via this page to click “Book now” or simply send an Email to soonhwa@me.com
✨This workshop will take place only if a minimum of 4 participants sign up
✨Please read our cancel policybefore registering for a workshop.
✨If the workshop is marked as Sold Out but you’d like to join the waiting list or be notified about the next session, please email us with the subject line:
Waiting List or Next Time / [Workshop Name] / [Date]
Suminahashi
Suminagashi, a over a thousand years old marbling technique invites you to slow down and engage with the natural rhythm of water and your breath. Using just sumi ink, water, and paper, you’ll learn to create fluid, one-of-a-kind patterns that reflect both chance and intention. Chika will share her approach to this poetic art form, rooted in her printmaking background and deep respect for materials. This workshop is suitable for all levels and welcomes anyone interested in slow, meaningful making.
Watoji
In this workshop, you’ll learn how to fold, prepare, and stitch your own Japanese-style book using traditional tools and techniques. The binding method we’ll use is both simple and durable, with beautiful exposed stitching that reflects the Japanese aesthetic. No glue, no binding frame, just paper, thread, and your hands. You’ll go home with four hand-bound books you’ve made yourself. This workshop is suitable for all levels and welcomes anyone interested in slow, meaningful making.
Chika Ito is a Japanese artist based in the Netherlands whose work bridges printmaking, papermaking, bookbinding, and sustainable material research. Trained in the U.S. and active internationally, she has over 30 years of experience creating her own inks, papers, and prints using natural and locally sourced materials. Her workshops draw from traditional Japanese techniques and philosophies while inviting contemporary, ecological perspectives. Chika’s approach is rooted in handwork, cultural dialogue, and a deep engagement with nature.
www.chikaito.com
instagram: @atelierchikaito
Japanese marbling and book binding by Chika Ito
Date/Time
Saturday 4 October
10:00-14:30
(We prepare some light snacks but please feel free to bring your own lunch)
Participate in the Suminagashi workshop for €55, or the Watoji workshop for €50. Alternatively, book both morning and afternoon sessions for a combined price of €90, representing a €15 discount.
Location
Studio Soona in Het Badhuis
Leidseplein 49, Haarlem
Price
€90 per person (including all the materials, tea and snacks)
Languages
English / Dutch / Japanese
✨No experience needed — the workshop is suitable for all levels, from beginners to experienced creatives.
✨Register via this page to click “Book now” or simply send an Email to soonhwa@me.com
✨This workshop will take place only if a minimum of 4 participants sign up
✨Please read our cancel policybefore registering for a workshop.
✨If the workshop is marked as Sold Out but you’d like to join the waiting list or be notified about the next session, please email us with the subject line:
Waiting List or Next Time / [Workshop Name] / [Date]
Suminahashi
Suminagashi, a over a thousand years old marbling technique invites you to slow down and engage with the natural rhythm of water and your breath. Using just sumi ink, water, and paper, you’ll learn to create fluid, one-of-a-kind patterns that reflect both chance and intention. Chika will share her approach to this poetic art form, rooted in her printmaking background and deep respect for materials. This workshop is suitable for all levels and welcomes anyone interested in slow, meaningful making.
Watoji
In this workshop, you’ll learn how to fold, prepare, and stitch your own Japanese-style book using traditional tools and techniques. The binding method we’ll use is both simple and durable, with beautiful exposed stitching that reflects the Japanese aesthetic. No glue, no binding frame, just paper, thread, and your hands. You’ll go home with four hand-bound books you’ve made yourself. This workshop is suitable for all levels and welcomes anyone interested in slow, meaningful making.
Chika Ito is a Japanese artist based in the Netherlands whose work bridges printmaking, papermaking, bookbinding, and sustainable material research. Trained in the U.S. and active internationally, she has over 30 years of experience creating her own inks, papers, and prints using natural and locally sourced materials. Her workshops draw from traditional Japanese techniques and philosophies while inviting contemporary, ecological perspectives. Chika’s approach is rooted in handwork, cultural dialogue, and a deep engagement with nature.
www.chikaito.com
instagram: @atelierchikaito
