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Surrounded by Smoke and Tradition
Today, thanks to Macrina’s vision, the artistry of Zapotec women has gained global recognition. By opening this special community to the world, she has ensured that these long-held wood-fire traditions are preserved, celebrated, and shared. Read More.
Queer Cats in the Pacific Northwest
By Hamish Jackson
"In wood-firing, there is often a scarcity mindset. There’s so much riding on it, and access is limited. We wanted to change the mindset from scarcity to abundance." This month's FREE article. Read More.
Korean Ceramic Artist Association’s Wood Fire Workshops
By Stephen Driver
The kiln lighting ceremony was unlike any I had experienced elsewhere. It began with a Korean potter throwing a large vessel shaped into a pig’s head for a Gosa ceremony. Read More.
Crafting Fire: A Contemporary Exploration of Traditional Iga Wood-firing
By Eileen Sackman
Through adjustments in kiln design, wood selection, stacking methods, and firing duration, we were able to refine our approach and draw closer to capturing the soul of traditional Japanese unglazed, wood-fire pottery. Each firing brought us a step closer to the organic beauty and depth of Iga ware, challenging us to honor the time-honored techniques passed down by Furutani Michio. Read More.

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Dec 2, 2024

In This Issue – Gathering the Fuel: Building a Shared Vision

In the heart of every wood-fire kiln lies a story, not just of clay transformed by flame, but of the people who gather around it. Community wood-firing is more than a technical process; it is a shared act of creative... Read More

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