How to make Raku
Raku is a firing technique based on a traditional style of Japanese pottery in which relatively low temperatures and controlled cooling atmospheres are used to give each piece a one-of-a-kind color. Also, pieces are removed from the kiln while still glowing-hot! Watch as Miya demonstrates the process from start to finish.
Loading the kiln:
Unloading the raku kiln:
These cups have a white crackle glaze on them so we like to sprinkle them
with sawdust during post firing reduction to intensify the crackles.
Loading the kiln a second time:
Unloading and copper glazes:
