Writing and Raku

Here are the pieces that came out of the gas kiln about a month ago or so. On the way left, is one that has writing etched into it. Sorta hard to see. I made it for Meg, a friend of mine.

Today, I etched some more words into another tumbler. This time, for Sarah, another friend. Both were made in zella stone cone 10 clay and the first like this one, was glazed with Tom's clear glaze. Gave it a good, natural effect. Both are priests in the Episcopal church. I like this personal touch added to pieces. Maybe I'll do more of this style. Meanwhile, my instructor, Ron Philbeck, has been saying that some of my pieces are yunomi style. Yunomi is a small cup, usually used for tea in a Japanese tea ceremony. And I'm not even Japanese? Gotta look into that more. :) Here's a basic link about yunomi teacups.

Next week is our last class of the fall and we're gonna have a raku party. Here's one piece I'll put some raku glaze on and use in the kitchen for small utensils. This form is one that comes easily for me at the wheel. It's too big to be a tumbler. Perfect as a small utensil holder.

Gotta make more pieces to raku. :)