| The Clam Shell Raku kiln plans were given to Robert Compton in 2002 by the Rotorua Potters Guild of Rotorua, New Zealand.
The advantage of the design is that it is portable, and can be fired
easily with one person. The size works well for most potters firing
Raku.
On his return to the USA, Robert gave the pattern to
Bob
Green and
Jeremy Ayers,,
both of whom made Clam Shell Kilns based on the pattern. Both potters
made modifications encouraged by their respective welders, who cut and
fused the metalwork.
Any kiln design should be thought of as a starting point for the
individual potter who wants to build their own kiln. Talk to potters
who are using a kiln design you have interest in building, and ask them what
improvements they might suggest based on their experiences.
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