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Workshop
Preparations
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This text is to prepare you for the Kazegama workshop. A Ceramics Monthly article that describes the history, construction, and firing of the Kazegama can be found on the "Kazegama" link. The Kazegama achieves wood fired results in five hours instead of five days. You need to prepare eight to twenty pieces for the firing. All clay bodies, glazes, and slips used in wood firing are excellent for the Kazegama. Flashing slips greatly enhance this firing process and are highly recommended. Glazing should be limited to the inside of vessels since the outside surface of the vessels needs to interact with the ash. The whole point of atmospheric firings of any kind, (salt and wood), is the interaction with the clay surface, in this case the interaction with blown wood ash. Wadding is used to support the pieces in the kiln, so design feet and lids to accommodate the wadding. Most pieces should be 8 inches in height or less. Please do not bring large pieces or plates for they take up too much shelf space. All pieces must be bisque fired and glazed prior to Saturday's firing. If you have any questions,you can reach me at 949-300-1508 or via e-mail at steve@kazegamas.com. Aardvark
Clay's "Woodfire" clay body is recommended. Thanks |