Join us for an exciting and fun Summer Raku class

Contemporary Raku is a modification and continuation of a 400-year-old Japanese pottery practice of making ware for the Tea Ceremony. Today we practice Raku firing for the opportunity to make and fire one piece at a time using post-firing reduction and controlling the glaze surface, as well as the making of the piece on a potter’s wheel or using hand-building techniques.

Using low-fire clay and glazes, the pieces are placed in a pre-heated kiln using tongs, fired to 1800 degrees, and removed from the kiln with tongs while still glowing hot. They are then placed in a container of combustible materials. When the combustible material begins to burn, the container is closed, creating a “reducing” atmosphere that changes the color of glazes and the clay body, making each piece unique. In this instance, the potter is able to work one-on-one with a single piece they have created and influence the surface of the piece using post-firing reduction

 

8-Week Pottery Class – Every Thursday

📍 Location
East Side Art Institute
10500 Isabelle Rd
Lafayette, CO 80026

🕕 Schedule
Thursday Evenings | 6:00–8:00 PM

Class Dates

• September 24
• October 1
• October 8
• October 15
• October 22
• October 29
• November 5
• November 12

💲 Tuition
$200 for the full 8-week session

Join us for eight creative evenings of hands-on pottery instruction in a welcoming studio environment. Whether you’re a beginner or have previous experience, this class offers the opportunity to develop your skills, explore new techniques, and create unique ceramic pieces.

Classes are open now for enrollment!