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Raku & Pit Firing Workshop
 

* No Sessions in 2005*

Due to the expanded number of wood firings in our new 250 cu Ft Noborigama we will not have time to offer any sessions in Raku this summer

Raku & Pit Firing
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    This is a 2 day workshop intended for both the beginning and advanced potter, who wants to experiment with these primitive firing techniques.  Participants will fire their pots in a pit kiln, and in two different style  Raku Kilns.

Raku & Pit Sessions

This workshop is now closed

This  2 day workshop intended for both the beginning and intermediate  potter, who wants to experience these unique techniques. 

Firings are in a primitive pit kiln, a Top Hat style Raku kiln and a Raku Car Kiln. 

Wear cotton or wool work clothes, and leather gloves are advisable.  We will provide Kevlar mitts for Raku firings.

Pit & Sawdust Firings: 

Bring about 12 pots that have been burnished and bisque fired.

 Each participant will have approximately a 12" x24"x24" space to fill.

 Upon registering  you will be sent a booklet with detailed information regarding clay and pot specifications  for each firing process. 

 Raku Firings: 
For Raku firing bring about 12 bisqued pots. 

 Each participant will have approximately an 18"x18"x 9" space to fill.

A white clay body is recommended for use with the white crackle glaze.  

Tuition:
Includes all meals, materials & firing costs.  Class Size: Maximum of 10.
* Upon acceptance into this session, you will be sent a booklet with more detailed information regarding clay and pot specifications for each firing process.