Glazed Raku Boxes Sgraffito Blue Rutile Vase7×9

Blue Rutile Vase7×9

Once the materials ignite

Tall Blue Rutile Vase 7×11

Red Sgraffito Bottle 4×9

Dot design inspired Beth's work in these plates and patterns

Glazed Raku Boxes Sgraffito Blue Rutile Vase7×9Raku Boxes (L R) 86, 57(L R) $100, $75 each Raku generally refers to a type of low firing process that was inspired by traditional Japanese Raku firing. Western style raku usually involves removing pottery from the kiln while at bright red heat and placing it into containers with combustible materials. Once the materials ignite, the containers are closed. This produces an intense reduction atmosphere which affects the colors in glazes and clay bodies.