Raku Research
Do some initial research on Raku origins and techniques. Go to the following sites and work through at least 3 individual raku artist sites. Once you link to an artist’s site you will need to navigate to find the definition of RAKU and to see his/her raku work. It might be under “gallery” or “portfolio.” Many of the artists in these sites have succinct descriptions of raku. Some even have videos of the process. (If you cannot find enough examples through this site let me know and I will send you more links)
Answer the following questions:
Where does Raku originate from?
16th-century Kyōto
What IS Raku? What is the basic process of a Raku firing?
Raku generally refers to a type of low-firing process that was inspired by traditional Japanese raku firing. Western-style raku usually involves removing pottery from the kiln while at bright red heat and placing it into containers with combustible materials.
What is the danger to your clay during a Raku firing (there may be more than one answer to this…)
the clay can get harmed by going through the process, which is stressful to it because it gets hot then is pulled out into
What is the danger to the people firing a Raku kiln?
Fuels produce carbon monoxide and other combustion gasses.
Fill out the table:
3 examples of RAKU work that you find interesting / aesthetically pleasing
Fill out the table:
3 examples of RAKU work that you find interesting / aesthetically pleasing
What do you find interesting about each piece?
Artist Credit
I found the drawing interesting and curious to see the final result
I thought the color, shape and designs were interesting, I would like to do something similar
How did she manage to paint it to get that color? They look like magical unicorns I loved it