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Peek into the Studio
The Kiln Our kiln holds about 700 pots. We fire every three weeks on average so there is always fresh new work in the gallery.
Simply Amazing
This man throws 30 to 40 pound pots all day long, going through thousands of pounds of clay a day. This pot took him under 3 minutes to make.
Goodbye Pots
Here are the main reasons pots end up in the dumpster: Pots are not claimed in a timely manner. After the term is over or
The Best Handle
Tom Coleman demonstrates the best way to pull a handle. This is my favorite way to make a handle. I was going to make this
Make Up Classes
Fireborn Studios does not offer make-up classes during another regularly scheduled morning or evening class. If you wish to get in more studio time consider
Beginner Glazers Group
you are a beginner glazer unless Marked otherwise on the attendance sheet! There are three groups: Beginner, Independent, and Mentor. YOU are in the beginner
Tools We Recommend
Should you want to add to your tool collection these are a few of the best additions, and Dan recommends them. Please note that the
Adding Value To Your Pots
Altering, Carving, Faceting and Fluting can add value to your pots. I hope this videos help our students to find creative ways to add value
Pottery and Death
Pottery has always had a place in ceremony and ritual, and death has always been treated with respect and prescribed funerary procedures. Often pottery played
Pottery and Beer
Mar 18, 2021 • View in browser Today, the discovery of a royal brewery in ancient Egypt expands our understanding of the history of beer. — Hrag Vartanian,
Latest Firing and Unclaimed Pots
This is the latest info on the firing schedule and where your pots may be.
Techniques Students Can use in Class
These videos show lots of techniques we think you might be able to apply in class.
Expand Your Knowledge
There is so much to learn! Even if you can never master it all, it is fun to see the masters at work. Learn about the medium of clay and the ceramic processes.
China Part 6 My Crate Arrives
I bought brushes, glazes, tools and about 400 small pots in China. I also had a dozen molds made so I could watch the process
Donna’s Return
After teaching ceramics in public school for 13 years, Donna has returned to Fireborn full time.
China Part 4 – Amazing Throwing
This video was taken in in a small studio in Jingdezhen, China. The techniques are quite different than what is common in the USA. The
China part 2
As you can imagine spending six weeks in China was a really big adventure for me. I was an “artist resident” at The Pottery Workshop
China Part 1 My Trip
I spent six weeks in China. I was studying ceramics. one month was spent in the city of Jingdezhen, the city “where porcelain was born”.
Understanding Glazes, Materials and Processes
Find out what glazes are and how they are made and tested.
Korean Icheon and Onggi Pottery
These master Korean potters are on my bucket list of people and places to visit.
Open Studio Saturday Access
Open Studio Noon to 4:00 Saturday open-studio access, without instruction, is sometimes available during weeks one through seven of the term… depending on whether or
Videos Philosophical Musings
Think about life, process, fulfillment and how it all fits together. https://youtu.be/St5u94Wf5eg https://youtu.be/wKvjOeYWIn8 https://youtu.be/yVglMHd0_YM https://youtu.be/VLunkt-3CHc https://youtu.be/T0iZnENprzI https://youtu.be/E2IiAGBOcSU https://youtu.be/Jox9gMLEQ5E https://youtu.be/sam5yX22ses https://youtu.be/U5hf9fOjyls https://youtu.be/U49CRclDL7E https://youtu.be/qOAzobTIGr8 https://youtu.be/QaT_vR2Rn9M https://youtu.be/GRUsk1Gczec https://youtu.be/lpy0VGotXdU
Parking Permits and Street Cleaning Issues
Parking issues during classes at Fireborn Street cleaning Permit areas Free parking Note: There are some blocks where a permit is not required, others where it is required.
Teapots and tea ware
Tea and tea ware has a long and venerable history. Asians have been growing and enjoying tea for centuries and using it for medicinal, ceremonial,
Ending Your Term
Please decide whether or not you want to renew well before your term ends. If you want to continue, then please commit as soon as
Reading List
Reading List Clay and Glazes for the Potter by Daniel Rhodes This is my potters’ bible of technical information – a must read if you want
Technical Information
About Clay: There are many kinds of clay, like earthenware, stoneware, and the most beautiful, porcelain. Porcelain is glassy and non-absorbent when fired to maturity.
Fireborn Studios Students’ Exhibition
Student Exhibition at Fireborn Studios This group exhibition features the work of 28 current and former students and instructors at Fireborn Studios. There are many
