10/13/2026
Letโs do one more raku firing!
Raku is an outdoor, alternative firing method based in ancient pottery traditions. We will glaze items with raku specific glazes, fire them in the outdoor kiln then abruptly remove the pieces and place them in a reduction environment with combustibles. Raku is known for having variable color and surface pattern results. We will have sawdust and horsehair on hand to experiment with. Participants may bring their own materials to try out like feathers, leaves, and other combustibles.
The pre-registration fee of $35 includes glazing and firing of 1-3 pieces of reasonable size (regular cups to medium vases). Please contact us if your pieces are larger. You may also plan to bring a range of works sizes and fire what fits best. Additional pieces may be fired for $10 each. Walk-ins are welcome on the day to attend and fire their work for $15 a piece.
Stopping by just to watch is encouraged and free!
Participants should plan to bring their own bisqueware to glaze and fire, or they can use sample pieces that we have available on the day. Any bisqueware made in the studio can be raku fired but regular b-mix (without grog), is not recommended.
Participants making pieces for this firing in our studio, must complete their wet work by OCTOBER 23, well before the Raku firing so it can dry and be bisque fired.
We will be outside, please dress appropriately keep fire safety in mind. Nothing should be loose or dangling. Coveralls over warm layers would be great! Natural fibers are best as synthetics can melt easily.
