Raku pottery

Have you ever noticed how the most beautiful things aren’t always perfect? Can embracing cracks, rough edges, and unique textures actually enhance your home’s decor? If you’ve ever been drawn to the charm of things that aren’t quite flawless, you’ll love the world of wabi sabi ceramics. These pieces celebrate imperfection, natural beauty, and the

Vicente Garcia on Instagram: "Today’s Raku Firing. Loving These!!! Let the weekend begin! Reel made by @garcaart"

This article will review some Raku glaze formulas and the instruments needed for the technique. Lets make some beautiful pottery.

Raku pottery has its roots in the production of bowls for 16th century Japanese tea ceremonies. Hand-molded clay was fired quickly to low temperatures, removed from the kiln while hot and cooled quickly in open air or water. The modern variations of Raku technique dispense with the lead glazes and have been extended in many ways. While preserving the low-temperature firing (approximately 1700 degrees Fahrenheit (925 degrees Celsius), and the quick cooling, many variations and enhancements…

Denis Di Luca on Instagram: "Have you ever wondered how I create those precise lines in my Naked Raku pieces? I use a bamboo stick and a laser guide for better accuracy! I hope you enjoy seeing the process. Remember to wear a mask 😷 when working with glazes! #dilucaceramics #ceramicart #nakedraku #potterylife #handmadeceramics #artprocess #safeceramics"