Raku Workshop with Steven Branfman
April 4th & 5th, 2009

"Steven Branfman, author of 'Raku, A Practical Approach' takes
workshop participants on a two day Journey through his process
for creating raku-fired work from start to finish!"

Workshop Description

Steven will take participants on a journey through his process for creating raku-fired work from start to finish. Day one will feature Steven's wheel throwing and vessel forming techniques, surface manipulation, glazing, and firing. Participants will receive information on inlaying colored glass, texturing, expanding forms from the inside, application of dry clays to wet surfaces, trimming with chucks, and much more.

Participants will spend the second day glazing and firing their own bisque. Glazing techniques covered will include dipping, pouring, brushing, spraying, layering and resist. Steven will address a variety of post-firing options including different smoking methods, naked clay, controlled cooling, horse hair, copper mattes, and fuming. Participants will learn about firing techniques including combustion theory, kiln control, and atmospheric manipulation.

Class size 16. All experience levels welcome.

See the Following Links for More Workshop Information:

• Steven Branfman Bio

  Steven Branfman Personal Statement

  Steven Branfman Technical Notes

  Steven Branfman New Directions

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