10/06/2026
This copper Raku piece is extra special to me.
It’s the result of a firing we documented for an independent film I’m working on, where we wanted to capture the majesty of pulling a large, glowing ten-pound piece from the kiln. The camera angles, lighting, flashover effect, and timing all had to come together perfectly between the crew and myself.
After all the preparation, rehearsals, and coordination, seeing a result like this feels like a culmination of craftsmanship on every level.
This is the epitome of what I’m chasing with copper Raku, especially on a piece of this size. A dramatic crackle network, flashes of copper red and rainbow iridescence across an oxidized aqua-green surface, rich black unglazed areas, and smoke penetrating into the crackle network.
I’ve only managed to achieve this exact glaze aesthetic on a handful of pieces this large over the years, so I was incredibly happy to see this one come out of the kiln.
Although I’ve been working on a recent shop update, I’ve decided to keep this piece for myself. Partly for the memory of what went into creating and documenting it, and partly because a piece of this size and form requires careful handling. I’d hate to see it damaged or broken in someone else’s hands, so I think this beauty is best kept close to home.
That said, I’ve added a lot of amazing new pieces to my online shop, and I’d love for you to check them out. Let me know what you think and if anything speaks to you.
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