Here you will find one of kind items/ new prototypes/ fun experiments not available in any store or gallery.
Mini raku seahorse pitcher
$189.00
This Mini seahorse pitcher has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is Approximately 9 inches tall.
Mini raku seahorse pitcher (SOLD)
$189.00
This Mini seahorse pitcher has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is Approximately 9 inches tall.
Mini raku octopus pitcher
$189.00
This Octopus pitcher has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is approximately 7” tall
Mini raku octopus pitcher (SOLD)
$189.00
This Octopus pitcher has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is Approximately 7 inches tall.
Raku octopus jewelry dish
$169.00
This Jewelry dish has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is Approximately 5 inches in diameter.
Olive blue crystaline vase
$420.00
This Vase has a beautiful crystalline glaze. This technique involves slowly cooling the Kiln so actual crystals will grow in the glaze. The results are widely variable and unique. This vase is about 14" tall and 6" wide.
Raku seahorse pitcher
$490.00
This Seahorse pitcher has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is Approximately 14 inches tall.
Raku octopus pitcher
$490.00
This Octopus pitcher has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is approximately 14” high.
Octopus Wall Tile
$790.00
I originally created this series for my own personal kitchen in my new house. (that hasn't been built yet). I wanted to build a kitchen wall tiled with three dimensional creatures interspersed throughout to captivate and make an unforgettable statement.
I was inspired by the vintage illustrations of Albertus Seba. His drawings are incredibly detailed and often they portray greatly exaggerated features.
I received such great feedback I decided to make some for my fans who asked if I could make them with a wire to hang.
Here you go! This one is 16" x 16".
Small Raku Seahorse Pitcher (SOLD)
$120.00
This pitcher has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is about 9" tall
Squid Wall Tile (SOLD)
$550.00
I originally created this series for my own personal kitchen in my new house. (that hasn't been built yet). I wanted to build a kitchen wall tiled with three dimensional creatures interspersed throughout to captivate and make an unforgettable statement.
I was inspired by the vintage illustrations of Albertus Seba. His drawings are incredibly detailed and often they portray greatly exaggerated features.
I received such great feedback I decided to make some for my fans who asked if I could make them with a wire to hang.
Here you go! This one is 8" x 16".
Sea Dragon Wall Tile
$550.00
I originally created this series for my own personal kitchen in my new house. (that hasn't been built yet). I wanted to build a kitchen wall tiled with three dimensional creatures interspersed throughout to captivate and make an unforgettable statement.
I was inspired by the vintage illustrations of Albertus Seba. His drawings are incredibly detailed and often they portray greatly exaggerated features.
I received such great feedback I decided to make some for my fans who asked if I could make them with a wire to hang.
Here you go! This one is 8" x 16".
Octopus Wall Tile (underside study)
$275.00
I originally created this series for my own personal kitchen in my new house. (that hasn't been built yet). I wanted to build a kitchen wall tiled with three dimensional creatures interspersed throughout to captivate and make an unforgettable statement.
I was inspired by the vintage illustrations of Albertus Seba. His drawings are incredibly detailed and often they portray greatly exaggerated features.
I received such great feedback I decided to make some for my fans who asked if I could make them with a wire to hang.
Here you go! This one is 8" x 8"
Vampire Squid Wall Tile (SOLD)
$550.00
I originally created this series for my own personal kitchen in my new house. (that hasn't been built yet). I wanted to build a kitchen wall tiled with three dimensional creatures interspersed throughout to captivate and make an unforgettable statement.
I was inspired by the vintage illustrations of Albertus Seba. His drawings are incredibly detailed and often they portray greatly exaggerated features.
I received such great feedback I decided to make some for my fans who asked if I could make them with a wire to hang.
Here you go! This one is 8" x 16".
Seahorse Wall Tile (SOLD)
$550.00
I originally created this series for my own personal kitchen in my new house. (that hasn't been built yet). I wanted to build a kitchen wall tiled with three dimensional creatures interspersed throughout to captivate and make an unforgettable statement.
I was inspired by the vintage illustrations of Albertus Seba. His drawings are incredibly detailed and often they portray greatly exaggerated features.
I received such great feedback I decided to make some for my fans who asked if I could make them with a wire to hang.
Here you go! This one is 8" x 16".
Lobster Wall Tile
$550.00
I originally created this series for my own personal kitchen in my new house. (that hasn't been built yet). I wanted to build a kitchen wall tiled with three dimensional creatures interspersed throughout to captivate and make an unforgettable statement.
I was inspired by the vintage illustrations of Albertus Seba. His drawings are incredibly detailed and often they portray greatly exaggerated features.
I received such great feedback I decided to make some for my fans who asked if I could make them with a wire to hang.
Here you go! This one is 8" x 16".
Splash and Splatter III
$390.00
This Set has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is 15" diameter 10" tall
Splash and Splatter IV
$390.00
This Set has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is 15" diameter 9" tall
Obvara Horse Vase
$450.00
These creations were made using a violent Raku technique called Obvara. The process entails thrusting the 1600 degree piece of pottery into a mixture of water, flour, yeast, and sugar. As you can expect there is an immediate chemical reaction that produces a wonderful aged appearance. I like to imagine these were excavated from the ruins of Pompeii.
Obviously these have multiple cracks and crazing over the entire piece small bits may have exploded off during the process. They can not hold water and are not food safe.
This Horse Vase measures approximately 18" tall x11" wide
Obvara Seahorse Vase (SOLD)
$450.00
These creations were made using a violent Raku technique called Obvara. The process entails thrusting the 1600 degree piece of pottery into a mixture of water, flour, yeast, and sugar. As you can expect there is an immediate chemical reaction that produces a wonderful aged appearance. I like to imagine these were excavated from the ruins of Pompeii.
Obviously these have multiple cracks and crazing over the entire piece small bits may have exploded off during the process. They can not hold water and are not food safe.
This Seahorse Vase measures approximately 18" tall x9" wide
Obvara Elephant Pitcher (SOLD)
$450.00
These creations were made using a violent Raku technique called Obvara. The process entails thrusting the 1600 degree piece of pottery into a mixture of water, flour, yeast, and sugar. As you can expect there is an immediate chemical reaction that produces a wonderful aged appearance. I like to imagine these were excavated from the ruins of Pompeii.
Obviously these have multiple cracks and crazing over the entire piece small bits may have exploded off during the process. They can not hold water and are not food safe.
This Elephant Vase measures approximately 14" tall x12" wide
Golden Koi Vase (SOLD)
$450.00
This Koi Vase has a beautiful crystalline glaze. This technique involves slowly cooling the Kiln so actual crystals will grow in the glaze. The results are widely variable and unique. This vase is about 14" tall and 12" wide.
Giant Double Octopus Vase
$2,100.00
This unique vase was made to satisfy my desire for a new beautiful shape. The octopuses adorn this piece on either side and accentuate the wide top and narrow bottom. The glazes used are my Mediterranean White and a special crackle glaze on the octopuses for texture. The size is roughly 29" tall , 25" wide.
Small Blue Bird Crystalline Vase (SOLD)
$150.00
This Blue Bird Vase has a beautiful crystalline glaze. This technique involves slowly cooling the Kiln so actual crystals will grow in the glaze. The results are widely variable and unique. This vase is about 9" tall and 3" wide.
Crystalline Frog vase (SOLD)
$350.00
This Tree Frog Vase has a beautiful crystalline glaze. This technique involves slowly cooling the Kiln so actual crystals will grow in the glaze. The results are widely variable and unique. This vase is about 12" tall and 5" wide.
Koi Vase (SOLD)
$320.00
This Koi Vase has a beautiful crystalline glaze. This technique involves slowly cooling the Kiln so actual crystals will grow in the glaze. The results are widely variable and unique. This vase is about 10" tall and 8" wide.
Light Green Crystalline Crab Vase (SOLD)
$350.00
This Crab Vase has a beautiful crystalline glaze. This technique involves slowly cooling the Kiln so actual crystals will grow in the glaze. The results are widely variable and unique. This vase is about 12" tall and 9" wide.
Obvara Octopus Tile
$255.00
This tile came out of our last Raku firing in with we experimented with a new technique called Obvara. This process involves taking the pottery from a 1500 degree kiln and dunking it in a fermented mixture of flour, yeast, sugar and water. The experience was delightfully volatile and the results were a beautiful natural effect similar to what you might find on an ancient piece of pottery.
This piece is 8x8" . It was originally designed to be grouted into a tiled wall but it can be framed or hung with the proper tools.
Camouflaged Octopus Bowl
$320.00
This Textured Octopus Bowl is glazed in a cream camouflaged color. This glaze has a wonderful way of "breaking" over the texture of the octopus to create a realistic camouflage effect.
The size is 12" wide by 15" deep.
Starfish Soap Dish (SOLD)
$69.00
This Starfish Soap Dish has a beautiful crystalline glaze. This technique involves slowly cooling the Kiln so actual crystals will grow in the glaze. The results are widely variable and unique. This Plate is about 4"x5".
Crystalline Frog Plate (SOLD)
$150.00
This Frog Plate has a beautiful crystalline glaze. This technique involves slowly cooling the Kiln so actual crystals will grow in the glaze. The results are widely variable and unique. This Plate is about 8" x9".
Crystalline Octopus Vase III (SOLD)
$490.00
This Octopus Vase has a beautiful crystalline glaze. This technique involves slowly cooling the Kiln so actual crystals will grow in the glaze. The results are widely variable and unique. This vase is about 14" tall and 5" wide.
Crystalline Starfish Plate II (SOLD)
$150.00
This Starfish Plate has a beautiful crystalline glaze. This technique involves slowly cooling the Kiln so actual crystals will grow in the glaze. The results are widely variable and unique. This Plate is about Approximately 10" diameter.
Humpback Whale Wall Plate (SOLD)
$350.00
This Humback Whale plate is glazed with an arctic blue and green background with a realistic white and black motif on the Whale. It has a wire in the back and can hang on a wall. Size is 13" x 14".
Medium Raku Octopus Pitcher (SOLD)
$390.00
This Octopus Pitcher has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is 12" tall
Raku Large Octopus Pitcher (SOLD)
$550.00
This OctopusPitcher has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. size is 15" tall
Medium Raku Seahorse Pitcher (SOLD)
$390.00
This Seahorse Pitcher has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is 13" Tall
Large Raku Seahorse Pitcher (SOLD)
$550.00
This Seahorse Pitcher has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. size is 17" tall
Small Raku Octopus Pitcher (SOLD)
$169.00
This Octopus Pitcher has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is 7 1/2" tall
Raku Treefrog Vase (SOLD)
$350.00
This Treefrog Vase has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. size is 13" tall
Small Raku Treefrog Vase (SOLD)
$129.00
This Treefrog Vase has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is 8" Tall
Small Raku Seahorse Pitcher (SOLD)
$169.00
This Seahorse Pitcher has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is 9" tall
Splash and Splatter #1 (SOLD)
$390.00
This set has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. size 17"diameter 9" tall
Raku Frog Urn (SOLD)
$490.00
This Frog Urn has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is 9" diameter and 10" high.
Raku Gecko Vase (SOLD)
$350.00
This Gecko Vase has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is 12" tall.
Unique Octopus Lamp #1 (SOLD)
$1,200.00
This unique lamp design has two symmetrical octopus facing down. The tentacles drape and cover the lamp but do not touch each other. The total height of the lamp including the shade is 36".
Unique Sea Turtle Hatching Lamp #1 (SOLD)
$1,200.00
This experimental design depicts the Leatherback Sea Turtles Hatching. It is rare we get these here in NC but when we do its a big deal. The mothers can get as big as small cars! I love the distinctive pattern on their backs. I was inspired by an old news story years ago when one layed her eggson Wrightsville Beach.
Splash and Splatter #2 (SOLD)
$390.00
This Set has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe. Size is 17" diameter 10" tall
18K Goldfish Bowl (SOLD)
$265.00
I am very proud of the way this experimental series turned out. The Goldfish are complete handmade and sculpted using specialized tools I created just for this series. These pieces required a third firing to achieve the glazing on the fish. Actual 18K gold was used in the glaze recipe.
These pieces are extremely delicate and proper boxing care must be taken when being shipped.
The size of this piece measures Approximately 5" high and 7" diameter.
18K Goldfish Vase (small) (SOLD)
$450.00
I am very proud of the way this experimental series turned out. The Goldfish are complete handmade and sculpted using specialized tools I created just for this series. These pieces required a third firing to achieve the glazing on the fish. Actual 18K gold was used in the glaze recipe.
These pieces are extremely delicate and proper boxing care must be taken when being shipped.
This piece measures approximately 6" tall and 8" diameter.
18K Goldfish Vase (SOLD)
$1,200.00
I am very proud of the way this experimental series turned out. The Goldfish are complete handmade and sculpted using specialized tools I created just for this series. These pieces required a third firing to achieve the glazing on the fish. Actual 18K gold was used in the glaze recipe.
These pieces are extremely delicate and proper boxing care must be taken when being shipped.
This piece measures Approximately 20" tall and 11" diameter .
Wood-fired Giant Octopus Vase
$2,100.00
This wood fired Giant Octopus Vase was fired for a total of 6 days and reached temperatures higher than 2350 degrees. It takes an entire team of people working around the clock in shifts to continually feed the flames. At times it actually breathes like dragon spitting and retracting flames from the mouth.One of the main desired outcomes from these types of wood-firings is the liquidation of ash in the kiln. The effect is a beautiful drip pattern that is completely random and unpredictable.
The kiln is called an Anagama and is big enough to host a dinner party inside. (See Picture)
This piece is quite large and measures 26"tall x about 15" diameter.
Large Shelf Octopus (Sold)
$750.00
This new design is perfect for that empty spot on the book shelf or hanging from any ledge in your house. It dangles half on and half off the shelf.
Made of White Sculpture Clay. The octopus is painted with brown slip and bisque fired. The glaze used is a textured Bead Glaze which gives the skin a crackle effect. Mediterranean White glaze is used in the suckers.
Size is 13" tall " 15" wide and 11" deep
Sea Green Textured Wall Octopus. (SOLD)
$750.00
This Wall Octopus is made from white ceramic stoneware. It comes with a wire underneath and is designed to hang from a wall or lay flat on a table. The glazes used are Albany Brown Slip under Sea Green. The glaze worked beautifully with the texture on the octopus and allowed some of the brown to break through. The size is roughly 18" long x 16" wide x 7" tall.
Mini Clam Shell with Octopus
$220.00
This mini Clam Shell with Octopus is Approximately 9" wide x8" deep x 4" high.
It is made from sculpture clay and is finished with Mediterranean White glaze on the shell and a textured bead glaze on the octopus.
This Item is MADE TO ORDER!!! This will take approximately 3-4 weeks.
Raku Horse Pitcher with actual Horse Hair (SOLD)
$650.00
This vessel is designed after our Tennessee Walking horse Sookie. I even finished it with some of her own tail hair. The process is a type of Raku firing.
The vessel is heated to 1250 degrees then taken out of the electric kiln and draped with horse hair to create a carbon burn trail. Check out the video of its creation HERE .
Due to the nature of the firing this piece is porous and therefore not food safe.
Raku Sea Dragon Pitcher (SOLD)
$900.00
This Sea Dragon Pitcher is modeled after a real creature called the Leafy SeaDragon It is closely related to a seahorse. The firing process is called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe.
Size is roughly 22" tall x 10" wide.
Mottled Green Table Octopus (SOLD)
$650.00
This is a one of a kind glaze technique I used on the octopus. The effect given is a wonderful mottled green which "breaks" over the texture of the octopus skin. The suckers are covered in a darker green for contrast.
This sculpture is made from white sculpture clay. It is designed to sit flat on table. Size is Aprx.16" diameter and 7" tall.
Ocean Blue Textured Table Octopus (sold)
$650.00
This Octopus is made from white sculpture clay painted with a dark brown slip. The texture is created with liquid clay spattered across the octopus to create the illusion of skin.
The glaze used is on the textured skin is Ocean Blue with Green Rutile in the suckers for contrast.
Organic Wall Octopus (SOLD)
$700.00
This Octopus is made from a white sculpture clay. It has a wire in the bottom and can either be hung from a wall or lay flat on a table.
The rustic look is created using a patina. The patina is heavily brushed on then strategically wiped off.
Raku Seahorse Pitcher (Sold)
$550.00
This Seahorse Pitcher has been through the firing process called Raku. The process involves bringing the glazed piece up to 1850 degrees and then taking it directly from the heated kiln to a reduction chamber filled with flammables. When the chamber is on fire it is then covered to smother the flames and reduce the oxygen which gives the piece a beautifully random glazed effect.
As expected with a Raku firing, the thermal shock coming out of the kiln is extreme. This produces small cracks in the vessel and crazing in the glaze. These are not flaws but add to the beauty of the piece, However it is not food safe.