Hacienda
RAKU Ceramics Class (Beginner & Returning)
RAKU Ceramics Class (Beginner & Returning)
This class will focus on Raku firing, an alternative firing process where pieces are removed from the kiln around 1800*F and placed in a “reduction chamber” filled with carbon-based materials which will give smoky colorations and patterns. The results are atmospheric and difficult to control, making it an exciting and dynamic process. Students will be glazing & firing pieces made by Hacienda Clay&Kiln staff and will be able to take their pieces home at the end of the class!
Health & Safety - Protective gear (gloves & tongs) will be provided, but students will need to wear closed-toed shoes, have long hair tied back, and avoid loose-fitting clothing which may get caught on items in the kiln yard.
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Classes will be charged individually at $75/person
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Tools & glazes will be included
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Class is limited to 12 students
- Students will either use provided raku-ready, bisque pieces (made by Clay+Kiln staff) OR bring their own bisque (no porcelain)
Tentative Class Schedule:
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15 mins - arrival & check-in
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30 mins - overview & demo
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30 mins- glazing & loading kiln
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1 hour break for lunch while firing takes place
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30 mins- firing completes & ware is cooled
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30 mins - unloading ware, cleaning of pieces, show & tell, studio clean-up
Release Form (Must be signed before class)