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New Course for 08: Fast-Fire Wood-Fire
The last ten years or so, has seen a huge increase internationally in
Woodfiring. Experience the atmosphere and unique surface qualities of
woodfire without the extended time commitment!
You will be firing an Olsen type fast-fire kiln. This kiln is an ideal kiln
for students to gain hands-on experience and understanding of the art of
wood-firing. Students will receive detailed plans of the kiln construction
and much practical advice on where to source wood, siting of kilns,
preparation and wood management. The course is run on a make and fire basis
and is suitable for students with basic throwing skills. There will be a
number of clays available including porcelain and French and English
stone-wares, with which to explore the different fired qualities.
We will be making smaller items in the studio eg. Tea bowls, bottle forms
etc. Larger bisqued pieces may be brought with you for firing.
Outline Schedule:
Course begins on Sunday evening. Assemble by 19.00hrs. Evening welcoming
meal. Introduction to studio and kiln.
Mon and Tues: Making and demonstrations
Wed: Bisque pots. Decorate pieces that have been brought.
Thurs: Load kiln. Start firing. End firing 10 12 hours later.
Fri: Cooling Day. Demonstrations and pottery side trip.
Assemble for evening meal at 19.00 hrs.
Saturday: Kiln opening. Assess and clean work. Departure 15.00hrs.
Areas Covered:
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Wheel as a creative tool
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Altering on wheel
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Square Dishes
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Chawans, Yunomis and Guinomis
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Tea-pots (including handles, spouts and lids)
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Hakeme and thick slip decoration
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Tool making
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Decorating and placement of work in kiln
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Hands-on salt firing process
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Recipes for slips and glazes
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Lidded Boxes
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Turning and finishing of pots
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Guest Tutors and visits to potteries (subject to change)
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Slide shows and videos (subject to change)
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5 - 8 students per course
Note: Please bring an apron, a hand-towel and comfortable (old!)
clothing.
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