Firing Up the Kiln: A Red Leather Glove and Very Hot "Spy Hole" (Foreground) - Bisque Ware at 1,940 F/1,060 C
Friends and family have taken turns creating their own pottery. At a time when we are required to remain at home anyway, we took time to do this project.
We placed their works in the kiln in the garage and fired this furnace up to 1,940 F (1,060 C) to harden, burn off organic matter, and dry any remaining water in the clay. It was a process that took about 12 hours.
The finished products currently are unglazed and white with a matte appearance and texture to touch. Each item can be used in this condition or can be glazed and re-fired for layers of color. It is always fascinating to witness how people are proud of what they made and how these works become items for discussion and usefulness.
We look forward to handing out these pieces once it is safe to regather with friends and loved ones.
Firing Up the Kiln: A Red Leather Glove and Very Hot "Spy Hole" (Foreground) - Bisque Ware at 1,940 F/1,060 C
Friends and family have taken turns creating their own pottery. At a time when we are required to remain at home anyway, we took time to do this project.
We placed their works in the kiln in the garage and fired this furnace up to 1,940 F (1,060 C) to harden, burn off organic matter, and dry any remaining water in the clay. It was a process that took about 12 hours.
The finished products currently are unglazed and white with a matte appearance and texture to touch. Each item can be used in this condition or can be glazed and re-fired for layers of color. It is always fascinating to witness how people are proud of what they made and how these works become items for discussion and usefulness.
We look forward to handing out these pieces once it is safe to regather with friends and loved ones.