Inside the Kiln

What the Kiln Teaches Us

Learning Through the Kiln

Every firing is a lesson in patience and trust. Once the kiln door closes, the artist lets go. The process reminds us that creation is about surrender as much as control about letting nature, heat, and time do their part.

When students see their finished pieces for the first time, it’s always a moment of wonder, a mix of pride, surprise, and joy.

A common surprise for first timers is that you don’t leave with your finished pieces on the day, lets explain the process:

MAKE Pieces are made within your session.

DRY pieces are left to air dry until they are completely dry. This can take up to a week.

BISQUE FIRING they go into the kiln for the first firing

GLAZING studio team then apply transparent glaze to your pieces which makes them shiny.

GLAZE FIRE a second firing makes them food safe and waterproof.

COLLECTION once your pieces have finished