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.

• Classes will be charged individually at $75/person
  
• Tools & glazes will be included
  
• 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)

• 15 mins - arrival & check-in
  
• 30 mins - overview & demo
  
• 30 mins- glazing & loading kiln
  
• 1 hour break for lunch while firing takes place
  
• 30 mins- firing completes & ware is cooled
  
• 30 mins - unloading ware, cleaning of pieces, show & tell, studio clean-up
  

Release Form (Must be signed before class)