It takes many hours for a kiln load of pottery to properly cool down, With summer in full swing, some extra time must be added for consideration before the kiln can be safely opened.
The Kiln slowly cooling over night
Open it too quickly, and the pottery inside can be hit by the cooler air, which can cause cracking.
almost ready to open!
Open it too late and…well…it’s too exciting to wait forever! So without further ado, here it is!
A few pieces from the recent firing
Closeup of the new owl!
More to come from future firings and deeper dives into choice pieces.
Is there anything around The Alchemist’s Studio that you would like us to consider sharing more about?
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Amazing my friend 😁🙏💙
Thank you for your kindness, Craig! I hope you are keeping well.
Kindness is a little gift from me to you which doesn’t cost anything 😊 hope you are also well to my friend.. 😁🙏💙
They look gorgeous. You’re a magician…..very artistic in every way….writing, pottery, pictures….
Thank you for such a kind compliment! I am so glad to hear that our work resonates with you!
The new pieces are gorgeous, per usual!
Thank you, that is very kind! I hope you are doing well!
The effect you created with the owl is great.
Thank you! I do love texture!
I did some pottery work in art class when I was in school. Nothing to extensive though. It’s fascinating, the entire process.. Wonderful page my friend!!
Thank you! I am glad you find it to be interesting! I have a youtube channel as well if you are interested in throwing videos and other projects: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNmVGeQAhY-9UNblGX_k9kw
They’re beautiful ❤️ The night picture of the studio is gorgeous. I love the…process pics inside the studio. It’s such a haven from the world, I feel a sense of peace in the midst of the madness. Thank you for sharing them🥰
Thank you! That is a goal for what The Alchemist’s Studio is to be. You explained it very well!
I am glad to hear that find it a haven and it helps to bring you greater peace.
The pictures are especially poetic and picturesque this time.
Thank you Jane! We are working to document the work in a more substantial way, so I am so glad you noticed and mentioned it!
Hope you are keeping well!
Unleash the raku! These look beautiful. 😊