Raku: Forms and Firing Immersive

Adult Immersive | Available

New offering! Intermediate level suggested.

7/29/2024-8/11/2024

1:00 PM-4:00 PM EDT on Sun Mon Tue Wed Th Fri

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$375.00

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This immersive will explore raku, an exciting and instinctive rapid firing process. Bisque work is taken from the kiln glowing red hot and vessels or sculptures are placed into organic matter and starved of oxygen to create vibrant colors and surface effects within the glaze and clay. In the studio, students will explore a variety of techniques to create thrown and hand built forms. Whether you work with vessels or sculpture, students will explore how different techniques, including raku, can make the surface of your work come alive. This immersive will be useful to the beginner as well as more experienced students. Experienced students are encouraged to contact Manager of Adult Education, Suzanne L. Seesman, at lseesman@fleisher.org to connect with the instructor about additional materials or instructions.

Class and Open Studio Schedule
Monday 7/29: Class 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday 7/30: Open Studio 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Class 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 7/31: Open Studio 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Class 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Thursday 8/1: Open Studio 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday 8/2: Open Studio 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Monday 8/5: Class 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday 8/6: Open Studio 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Class 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 8/7: Open Studio 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Class 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Thursday 8/8: Open Studio 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday 8/9: Open Studio 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Sunday 8/11: Raku firing at Allens Lane Art Center

  • • Your first bag of clay is included in your registration - no outside clay is permitted. Additional clay can be purchased at the front desk.
    • Bring your own tools or anything you think could be used as a tool
    • A basic pottery tool kit which includes a sponge, a steel scraper, a potter’s rib, a modeling tool, a wire cutter, a needle tool, a ribbon tool & a loop tool

    Additional Items:
    • Brushes for glazing
    • Container for slip