Got my second batch of pots and dishes out of the glass kiln last Tuesday. The result was not what I pictured in mind, but I still would like to share anyway just for my own record, since it's a learning process (and a fun one, too.)
I do most of my pieces with sgraffito technique.
This photo shows how they looked like after the bisque firing, all nice and clean, right?
And this is how the dishes look like after they came out of the gas reduction firing... FAIL!!!!! Oh my!!! I guess didn't brush on enough glaze, so all the bare clay area turned dark brown during the firing, making it really hard to see the designs.
And here is the little vase, it turned out alright. I might plant another succulent in it.
Another bowl, some of the area on the outside turned hazy and dirty because the glaze is too thick (on the back side, you can't see it in the photo).
Continue learning! I am still loving it and having a lot of fun with clay. By the way, I ordered myself a baby electric kiln, a tiny one that can be plugged in a regular household outlet so I can fire and test some small pieces at home without having to wait for the big kiln in the classroom, so excited! I also hope to buy another medium one later this year; I think I will make quicker progress if I own my own kiln. :)
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These are really neat, Flora. I really like the owl!
Thanks, Missy! I am still experimenting. :)
They look absolutely amazing after the bisque firing. I'm sure you'll master the glazing if you keep experimenting. Makes me think I wouldn't mind having a go myself.
Hi Liz, yes I am not giving up. My teacher told me I will have better luck using an electric kiln with cone 5 firing instead our classroom's gas kiln with cone 10 firing. I got some cone 5 clay and I will keep trying. :)
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