07/28, 08/04 (Tue 3-6 pm) & 08/08 (Sat 9 am - 3 pm) - 3 day Raku Workshop w/ artist Ann Buchau
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2026 Summer RAKU Class
Instructor: Ann Buchau
Dates & Times:
Tuesday July 28, 3 - 6 pm
Tuesday, Aug 04, 3 - 6 pm
Saturday, August 8, 9 am - 3 pm (Raku Firing, off site)
Ages: 14 and up
Maximum enrollment: 8
Class Fee: $65 members/$80 non-members
Location:
Tuesdays: Salmon River Fine Arts Center pottery studio
Saturday (Firing Day) off site in Port Ontario
Raku is a thrilling, quick-fire ceramics technique originating from 16th-century Japan. Pots are pulled from a glowing red hot kiln (about 1850 F) and plunged into enclosed metal cans filled with organic matter to starve them of oxygen. The resulting smoke, flame, and rapid cooling create unpredictable, stunning surface effects and often metallic colors.
In this 3-day class you will be guided through the entire creative and firing process of raku pottery. Emphasis will be on creating pieces using a variety of handbuilding techniques, but experienced potters may choose to use the wheel.
Class Schedule:
Day 1 (Tuesday, July 28, 3 - 6 pm)
Ceramic forming techniques and brief history of raku pottery. You will hand-build or throw 3 to 4 pieces.
Day 2 (Tuesday, August 04, 3 - 6 pm)
Continued surface decoration, refining shapes, and decorative techniques in preparation for a bisque firing.
Day 3 (Saturday, August 8, 9 am – 3:00 pm) Glazing and Firing Day.
Learn how to apply specialized raku glazes to your bisqued pieces as well as the unique horsehair decoration technique.
Participate in loading the kiln, closely monitoring the heat, and setting up the combustible reduction cans.
Enjoy a picnic-style lunch while you wait for the firing to get to temperature.
All tools and materials are provided. No experience necessary. This is an in-person class. Register in person or online here: https://salmonriverfineartscenter.square.site/
*Financial assistance is available for those who would like to attend and are unable to pay the full fee. Please email the art center with your request.
This class is made possible with funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, and through “Enriching Lives through Art,” a grant from The John Ben Snow Foundation & Memorial Trust.
Instructor: Ann Buchau
Dates & Times:
Tuesday July 28, 3 - 6 pm
Tuesday, Aug 04, 3 - 6 pm
Saturday, August 8, 9 am - 3 pm (Raku Firing, off site)
Ages: 14 and up
Maximum enrollment: 8
Class Fee: $65 members/$80 non-members
Location:
Tuesdays: Salmon River Fine Arts Center pottery studio
Saturday (Firing Day) off site in Port Ontario
Raku is a thrilling, quick-fire ceramics technique originating from 16th-century Japan. Pots are pulled from a glowing red hot kiln (about 1850 F) and plunged into enclosed metal cans filled with organic matter to starve them of oxygen. The resulting smoke, flame, and rapid cooling create unpredictable, stunning surface effects and often metallic colors.
In this 3-day class you will be guided through the entire creative and firing process of raku pottery. Emphasis will be on creating pieces using a variety of handbuilding techniques, but experienced potters may choose to use the wheel.
Class Schedule:
Day 1 (Tuesday, July 28, 3 - 6 pm)
Ceramic forming techniques and brief history of raku pottery. You will hand-build or throw 3 to 4 pieces.
Day 2 (Tuesday, August 04, 3 - 6 pm)
Continued surface decoration, refining shapes, and decorative techniques in preparation for a bisque firing.
Day 3 (Saturday, August 8, 9 am – 3:00 pm) Glazing and Firing Day.
Learn how to apply specialized raku glazes to your bisqued pieces as well as the unique horsehair decoration technique.
Participate in loading the kiln, closely monitoring the heat, and setting up the combustible reduction cans.
Enjoy a picnic-style lunch while you wait for the firing to get to temperature.
All tools and materials are provided. No experience necessary. This is an in-person class. Register in person or online here: https://salmonriverfineartscenter.square.site/
*Financial assistance is available for those who would like to attend and are unable to pay the full fee. Please email the art center with your request.
This class is made possible with funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, and through “Enriching Lives through Art,” a grant from The John Ben Snow Foundation & Memorial Trust.
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Where is it happening?
4848 N Jefferson St, Pulaski, NY, United States, New York 13142
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Host or PublisherSalmon River Fine Arts Center
