Raku
Each raku piece is one-of-a-kind!
Raku Pottery
Raku pottery is created with a specific ceramic firing process that uses both fire and smoke to create unique patterns and designs. With raku pottery, the piece is first bisque fired. Then, it is glazed and undergoes a raku firing process. The raku firing process requires a special raku kiln that is fueled by propane and reaches temperatures of about 1800°F (about 982°C).
The raku pottery is removed from the kiln with special tongs while it is still hot and glowing, and it is placed inside a metal can full of combustible materials. The chamber is then closed to restrict the amount of oxygen available to these materials. This is called a reduced oxygen, or reduction atmosphere. By creating such an atmosphere, the oxygen within the glaze is drawn out of the glaze. This varies with factors such as airspace around the piece; mass of combustibles; and the tightness of the lid. These differing amounts of the reduction bring out the varied copper, violet and green palette of raku.
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Shop Information
Address
7326 E. 38th St.
Tulsa, OK
74145
(918) 260-3702
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Classes
Classes are held every Thursday from 6pm - 9pm.
A new project is started on the first Thursday of each month; the rest of the month may be used to complete your project or to work on UFO's (unfinished objects).
Reserve your Seat!
Monthly sitting fee is $12 plus product and ware.
Horsehair Firing
This technique uses real hair from horse tails to create unique designs on the pottery.
Other items, such as feathers, can also be used!
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Raku Pottery