Service Description

Barrel Firing is an alternative ceramics firing technique similar to Pit Firing that creates beautiful results without glazes. It is a low temperature decorative process that does not fully seal the clay, so it should not be used for dinnerware or for vessels that will hold liquids. Workshop participants will learn how to prepare bisqueware with Terra Siglatta, explore the use of organic materials and oxides to create unique and unexpected surface decorations. Time will also be spent exploring the use of foil and clay saggars to create localized reduction. The firing process lasts 3-4 hours, but the work will need to cool overnight. Finished work from the workshop will be available for pick-up the week after the workshop. Participants can bring up to three pieces of bisqueware for firing (no more than 8" tall).