Raku Taster – 19th July 2024

A great day for Raku firing as our students arrived just before 10am ready to get cracking on a fabulous day. All armed with a cuppa tea, we went through the safety briefly and Adrian gave a little talk about the history of Raku and how our westernised form of Raku has developed.  Karen showed a number of Raku pots previously fired in the studio to show the students ideas of what they could do today.  All armed with 2 pots and some bought a third, they set ahead with glazing and decorating their pots before lunch.

Most of the students chose a horsehair / feather pot to do and it was going to be a day of naked Raku as they all liked that style. After lunch, the kilns were fired up and we managed to get 4 firings in. The stars for today were the naked Raku pots which really came out stunning. After a quick demo from Karen and Adrian, the students who chose the horsehair / feather method, all got the chance to put on the sugar, horsehair and feathers themselves.

A lovely bunch of ladies and some fabulous pots with one of the students already booking again to bring her other half in October.

CK – Fabulous day! So chuffed with my pots. Adrian & Karen were so patient! Thanks so much

CG – Thank you for sharing your extensive knowledge. Really enjoyed the opportunity to sample 3 different types of Raku. All materials & expert knowledge shared. Thank you !

SB – Fantastic day ! Thank you Adrian & Karen for sharing your wealth of knowledge…..my pots will not end up in the bin 😊

KL – So much fun, great pace, great information & guidance. Adrian & Karen make a great team. Thank you team RakuMania

SH – A really lovely way to spend a Friday. Relaxed, friendly and Fun . Thank you Karen & Adrian xx

MP – Such a thrilling day! I was excited 😊 every time my pots went in & came out of the kiln, especially to see the beautiful results. Adrian & Karen are wonderful teachers happy to answer our questions, Thank you !! We will be back.