Raku

I have some serious catching up to do here… Our first semester has finished, including assessment, but I have missed posting a few things!

We have done quite a bit of raku firing now, it’s so quick and so simple really, plus nice on a cold day.

Tracey took most of these photos, as I am wearing the heavy leathers and lifting the pieces out of the kiln when red hot.

Getting the kiln going before closing the door and leaving it to come to temperature.
Temperature is reached, glaze has melted and everything is red hot!
Well protected with gloves and a mask

These three small pieces were all glazed with a recipe I found online, that was listed as a white crackle. Did not turn out as expected or intended, but I really enjoy the smokey greys and metallic silvers that popped up.

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