Raku Class (3-Week + additional firing Saturday)
Raku Class
Raku is the special technique of creating pottery with open flame.
The first two class sessions we will be creating pieces in the studio (sharing best practices techniques for raku, etc.). Before the third class, all pieces will be bisque fired. During the third class we will be discussing finishing techniques, including masking, various glazes/combinations, naked raku appications, and more.
On firing day, we will be placing pottery in an outdoor kiln, removing the pieces when they are molten hot, and place them in a tin can that contains combustible materials. The pots will ignite the materials in the can. Since fire needs oxygen in order to burn, the flames pull oxygen out of the glazes and leave a wonderful ephemeral mix of colors and metallics.
We will be using a variety of raku glazes including housemade crackle and matte glazes.
This class includes three create classes, and a firing day on Saturday. You will be able to fire up to 850 cubic inches (about the size of a Standard clay box). Please – no pieces bigger than 10″ x 6″ x 6″.
Classes meet once a week for 3 weeks, with an additional Saturday date for firing.
$350 per participant (Split payment plan available)
Age requirement: 12+ years old.
Looking to drop in one time for a workshop?
We have those, too!
Classes Include
- Quality Instruction
- Access to tools and supplies
- Several clay bodies to choose from
- Custom glazes, as well as oxide washes
- Bisque and glaze firings
- Gallery-style Celebration at the end of the course
- Clay & Glazes
- Firing costs (bisque and glaze firings)
- All necessary tools and supplies
Expert Instructions
Our teaching staff is passionate about pottery and bringing the best experience to our studio potters. We consider ourselves co-learners and co-teachers as we can all learn from each other. We just want everyone to have fun and improve their practices.
Kelly
Betsy
Katie
