Raku technique Course

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Raku technique and ceramic pieces from Esperanza's Course

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The Western version of Raku was developed in the 20th century by studio potters. Typically wares are fired at a high temperature, and after removal from the kiln, are placed in an open-air container filled with combustible material (like straw), which is not a traditional Raku practice in Japan. The Western process can give a great variety of colours and surface effects, making it very popular with studio potters.

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Characteristic cracked glaze of Raku ware; originally a type of Japanese pottery traditionally used in Japanese tea ceremonies

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 Raku Course participants