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4 Day Wood-Fire for this year depends on demand. Please contact me if you are interested in this course to set a date.
In any case, I will be firing my anagama/naborigama this summer. You may be interested in joining the firing team and getting some of your pots in the kiln. Let me know if you are interested.
In the last ten years there has been a huge interest internationally in the
tradition of wood-fired ceramics. Now you can experience the atmosphere,
excitement and drama of wood-fire without the extended time commitment!
You will be firing, as a team, one chamber of my Naborigame / Anagama kiln.
The firing will be an ideal opportunity to gain hands-on experience and an
insight into the art of wood-firing.
Students will receive plans of the kiln construction and much practical advice
on kiln building, how to source wood, the siting of kilns and general good
practice.
Students are asked to bring up to 12 bisqued pots. I will advice you before
hand on what kind of clays to use. This course is suitable for students, keen
amateurs, hobby potters and professional potters. A basic level of ability is
required.
Outline schedule:
Day 1: Start at 9.00 am. Introduction to theory and practice of
Wood-Fire. Decorate, glaze and wad pots. Load kiln with emphasis on creative
packing and placement of pots.
Day 2. Start firing at 6.00 am. This will be done on a ‘rota’ basis of
two-hour shifts. The firing will be 24 hours and everyone is invited to be
involved in the exciting finishing hours! Firing ends 6.00 am on Day 3.
Day 3. Rest and Cooling period. Open-workshop where students can use
wheels and clay. Demonstrations in afternoon by Marcus. Evening Meal together.
Day 4. Kiln opening!! Assessment and review of work and firing. Clean
and pack pots. Course ends 3 to 4 pm.
The studio will be open every day until 8 pm for individual work.
Tea/Coffee breaks and lunches are included throughout the course. 5 - 8
students per course
Note: Please bring an apron, a hand-towel and comfortable (old!)
clothing.
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