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| Raku is a low-temperature firing process originally developed in Korea as a first technology for producing roof tiles. The process was later refined in Japan to create pots associated with the tea ceremony. |
| Raku pots are withdrawn from the red hot kiln with tongs and immediately placed in a container of combustible materials such as leaves, straw or newspaper. These materials immediately burst into flames and the container is sealed soon after. |
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| The fire and excess carbon in the container is captured in the surface of the pot. Unglazed clay surfaces turn a characteristic black and glazed surfaces sometimes show in various colors the flames that licked around the sides of the pot. Raku firing is extremely unpredictable and no two pieces are ever alike. The cracks that result from fast and dramatic changes in temperature render raku pots unsuitable for holding water or foods. Raku is suitable for lamps, decorative vases, wall hangings and many other objects. |
| Here are two examples of my raku work. If you are drawn to this look, I would be happy to discuss making a special raku pot for you. |
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Phone: (530) 757-6249 |
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