01/05/2026
Introducing to Our Retreat 💫
Sarah is a London-based artist and the founder of Atelier Frenchie, whose work is deeply rooted in both cultural richness and emotional depth. Born in Morocco and raised in Paris, she brings a unique, global perspective to her practice, blending sculptural techniques with the meditative philosophy of Kintsugi - the Japanese art of repairing broken objects with gold.
Kintsugi (noun)
/kɪnˈtsuːɡi/
kin-TSOO-gee
The Japanese art and philosophy of repairing broken pottery with gold, silver or platinum, treating breakage and repair as part of the object’s history rather than something to hide. Kintsugi also represents a broader mindset - embracing flaws and imperfections and seeing beauty in things that have been damaged and restored.
At the heart of Sarah’s teaching is a belief in art as a powerful tool for connection and healing. Her workshops go beyond simply learning a craft; they offer a reflective space where participants are encouraged to embrace imperfection, explore resilience, and find beauty in what has been broken. Through the careful, intentional process of repair, she invites people to slow down and reconnect with both materials and themselves.
We couldn’t be more excited to have her join us in Morocco this year for a creative workshop at our stunning Riad, what a total treat ✨🙏🏻