Resource person: mniedbalski@indyartcenter.org

Location: Ceramics East (Indy Art Center, East Wing) | 820 East 67th Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46220

Description:

 

Horsehair raku is a pottery decorating technique. The process involves removing hot wares from a kiln before they have had time to cool and quickly adding carbon-rich materials to the surface to create smoke patterns and carbon trails on the hot surface. Horsehair and feathers are the most common carbon-rich materials used for this firing technique.

Students will be able to decorate their own pre-made vessel with horsehair and feathers to create their own one-of-a-kind piece of art. Our instructors will each create a vessel for this MITI that students will be able to fire, decorate, and take home that day.

 

 

NOTE: This MITI will require participants to work close to fire and hot wares. Please wear closed-toe shoes, long sleeves, and have hair pulled back out of the face. Synthetic or loose clothing is not recommended due to the proximity to flames.

 

Available spots: 2 out of 6

Price: $40.00 Taxes waived

Required age: Over 18 years old on the day of the activity

Tags: Afternoon MITI Clay

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