Throwing for Alternative Firing
Intermediate | 6-week class | Temescal/Rockridge
Service Description
This is a 6-week class held at our Temescal location. We are excited to announce our first alternative firing 6-week class! This is an intermediate throwing class that requires the ability to throw vases on the wheel. We will be using Bmix with grog and doing the specialty firings outdoors in our raku kiln. Ferric firing (often called ferric chloride firing) is an alternative pottery finishing technique. Potters apply a ferric chloride solution to ceramic pieces and heat them in a pit, raku kiln, or foil saggar. The chemical decomposes under heat, and the iron vapors react with the clay surface to create vibrant, organic colors. Ferric Chloride Firing Class Sundays, 5:30 - 7:00PM September 27 - November 1 Week 1: Introduction, overview of ferric chloride firing, throwing pieces for the firing Week 2: Continuation of throwing Week 3: Trimming and burnishing, 1st set of pots finished in greenware stage Week 4: Prep pots and fire, 2nd set of pots finished in greenware stage Week 5: Prep pots and fire, trim any pieces remaining intended for glaze, everything on shelf by end of class Week 6: Varnish, glaze, and pot luck Please email Elise@Clayroomsf.com with any questions.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Fees & class schedule: Class fees cover instructed class time (as listed in specific class schedule), use of tools and equipment, open studio hours, studio glazes and firing up to 25 lbs of clay. Additional work may be fired for a fee. Pottery class fees include 25 lbs of clay Classes are subject to change if minimum student quota isn't met (7 students). Class switches will only be available 1 week prior to the commencement of classes and based on the capacity of classes at time of request. Attendance: It is mandatory for all students who are new to the studio attend the first week of classes. No “make-up” classes are given but you're more than welcome to drop-in on another session if there is an opening or absence. For Adult classes, Kids must be 14-years old or older Personal belongings: Any items left behind 30-days after last class may be discarded without notice. Refund policy: Class fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Refund or Credit (minus $20 processing fee) if a request for refund is received TWO WEEKS and only two weeks before the start of a class. Credit (no refund) with less the 48 hour notice ONLY if your spot can be filled. No refunds or credits after attending 1st class. Classes missed due to failure to attend, planned absences, minor illnesses or vacations will not be credited for future classes. One-Time class registrations such as Drop-In Clay or Friday Night Clay are considered final ONE WEEK before start of class. Open studio hours for students: Monday- Friday: 10AM-6PM Saturday: 10AM-7PM Sunday 10AM-7:30PM (Hours subjected to change upon five days' notice)
Contact Details
4268 Broadway, Oakland, CA, USA
Oakland@clayroomsf.com