North Window Ceramics

Naked Raku Jar
6.75" W x 7.25" H
Raku clay with burnished and textured surfaces
Available on my website or at the Lemont Block Collective in Brunswick, ME

Lamb Jar in progress.

Raku clay is annoying to sculpt with--all the grog in the body makes for gritty texture and difficulty achieving detail. You go to smooth a piece and a big chunk of grit comes out and leaves a divot... it's a pain. On the other hand, because perfection is impossible with this clay, it's good practice in stopping when you've done enough and avoiding endless overwork.