It has been pretty busy around here. With work and other things going on, I don't have as much time to throw as I might like. But I have gotten through 50 lbs. of earthen red clay and have finished with 25 lbs. of the raku clay. I like the raku...it has a good feel between my fingers while throwing and for some reason, I seem to be able to make the pieces lighter. Maybe it is just getting back into it with the practice.
Today I made the plunge and bought four glazes in 5 gallon buckets for dipping. I am pretty excited to see what the colors look like on both the earthen red and raku. I am also getting close to glaze fire the first raku pieces. They should turn out a bit different than the earthen red because of the lack of iron in the clay body.
I have been making some different forms, including a few vases (rounder shapes), some garlic jars, a couple of mixing bowls (one with a handle and a pouring spout), and some assorted others.
Pieces are now available in Laurens at both The Village Cup and The Artist's Coop.
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