Each guest will choose three bisqued ceramic pieces ready for glazing. Glaze will be supplied along with instructions on how to apply. After glazing, pieces are placed in the kiln. Raku is the rapid firing of ceramic pieces. While the pieces are being fired, the guests will be outfitted with gloves and instructed on how to pull their pieces from the kiln with the tongs. When the kiln reaches optimum temperature, the lid is lifted exposing red hot pieces. The guests will remove pieces from kiln placing them in combustion chambers. After pieces are removed from chambers and cleaned, the guests will get to keep them in memory of their visit to Potter's Paradise in Florida.
Even though the Raku experience is spectacular at night, it is equally amazing during the daytime, and suitable for families. Due to the unpredictable nature of the Raku process, results may differ from desired expectations. There are a variety of factors involved which can greatly affect the outcome of each piece of pottery; it is more important for the participant to enjoy and involve themselves in the creative process. Although Raku is a fun and exciting process, guests must be able to follow instructions and work in concert with each other while pulling ceramic pieces from a hot kiln.
Great for birthdays, anniversaries and date night.
