Atmospheric Firing: Wood/Salt

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This course explores the effects of wood, salt, and raku firing on pottery and sculpture. Firings include high-fire, midrange, and low-fire. To create a type of visual poetry, the projects in this course focus on the distinct attributes of each firing: fuel source, timing, weather, loading method, and flame path. Topics include the impact of heat movement, atmosphere, and temperature on aesthetics and functionality. Some off-campus events are required, including firing a Japanese style noborigama kiln.