I knew Sensei was unloading the kiln because he posted pictures online so I rand down the stairs as fast as I could! It was so exciting to see the finished product. We only had a couple pieces stick to the shelf but they were easily cleaned. We also had one of the cut and reassembled tip over onto one of my cups, but! we got them apart and put back in to the next firing to smooth out the glaze. I'M SO EXCITED!
Along with unloading the pieces, we had to buff the bottom then stick all the Oribe ware into a liquid concoction to help the green become more brilliant and the cracks appear in the clear glaze. They have to soak for one day and then I get to admire them!
After we were finished with kiln work, I made some large spoons for the studio. I am getting a lot better at this slab mold work I must say.
It was a beautiful day in Seto and I couldn't help but go for a walk, which led into a hike up a mountain!! I was in search of the waterfall Sensei was talking about and I came across a hiking path. I decided to take it and it led me through the woods and up the mountain. It was quite a workout but we'll worth if! The sights and the veiw were spectacular!! I took a time lapse video up part of the trail and will have to post if when I get access to a computer. The trail kept going further than I went and if I get more free time while here, I would love to see where the trail goes. I was just filled with joy and energy as I kept trekking. Just the sounds of the river and the small waterfalls I found, the birds, rustling of the trees, it was beautiful, absolutely beautiful.
When I returned I trimmed the spoons I made earlier and just got to hang out and chat with everyone else. It was a good day and I am excited to see what this week brings! Sending you my best!
Along with unloading the pieces, we had to buff the bottom then stick all the Oribe ware into a liquid concoction to help the green become more brilliant and the cracks appear in the clear glaze. They have to soak for one day and then I get to admire them!
After we were finished with kiln work, I made some large spoons for the studio. I am getting a lot better at this slab mold work I must say.
It was a beautiful day in Seto and I couldn't help but go for a walk, which led into a hike up a mountain!! I was in search of the waterfall Sensei was talking about and I came across a hiking path. I decided to take it and it led me through the woods and up the mountain. It was quite a workout but we'll worth if! The sights and the veiw were spectacular!! I took a time lapse video up part of the trail and will have to post if when I get access to a computer. The trail kept going further than I went and if I get more free time while here, I would love to see where the trail goes. I was just filled with joy and energy as I kept trekking. Just the sounds of the river and the small waterfalls I found, the birds, rustling of the trees, it was beautiful, absolutely beautiful.
When I returned I trimmed the spoons I made earlier and just got to hang out and chat with everyone else. It was a good day and I am excited to see what this week brings! Sending you my best!