About My Studio
I try to stay in the cone 5 or 6 firing range. This midrange gives a good solid stoneware body and helps save money when firing in the kiln. My kiln is like a big round electric oven. I set the temperature to over 2100 fahrenheit and it takes over 8 hours to complete a firing cycle then many more hours to let it cool down.
I fire my work twice actually. The first time I do what is called bisque. This is at a lower temperature. There is no glaze on bisque ware. Bisquing allows for easier handling when glazing. The next phase is glazing which can be dipped or brushed. It can be sprayed on too but I don't use this method. After glazing it goes back into the kiln for the final firing.
I love both wheel throwing and hand building. Both allow expression, but hand building is totally a free expression between my materials, hand, eye and mind. I think of it as painting with fire. Glazes have very little if any color before firing. So you have to be able to visualize how it will look after the firing.
Anyone concerned about chemicals in glazes should know that I use only what is recommended by safety experts. Whether purchased or made in the studio I stay in the guidelines. Ceramic chemicals are regulated and not for purchase in the local ceramic supply store.
If you have a question at anytime call or write. I'll be glad to assist you.
About My Studio 
