Smoke & Fire: Raku And Pit Firing

April 23 - 25, 2010

In this action packed three days, you'll do a series of pit firings, characteristic of Native American pottery, and Raku firings, with roots in the tea ceremony of Japan. We'll explore, as well, the decorative versatility of terra sigillatta "coloration", found within both Native American and Greek works in clay. Surface flashing, colorant oxides, multiple-firings, uses of slips and much more will be covered. Bring your white stoneware, cone 06 bisque pots and come ready for action. All firing materials are recycled scrap wood and shavings from local woodworkers.

Instructor: Bob Green

Bob Green

Bio: Bob Green received his MFA from the University of Southern Illinois and was a potter in residence at the Shelburne Craft School, Shelburne, VT for 10 years. Bob teaches at Springfield College, MA and was on the faculty of the July Program at Bennington College for 20 years. His work is carried by galleries in Massachusetts, Vermont and New York. Steve Branfman features Bob's work in the current edition of Raku. Visit his website at www.bobgreenpottery.com