*No discount codes on sale items, thank you for your understanding. I’m offering a large discount on my raku jewelry components in order to make space in my life. All sales final. Please allow extra time for shipping. I’m truly grateful for your support! Thank you so much and I hope you’re inspired! :)
The raven holds deep spiritual significance across many cultures, symbolizing transformation, intelligence, and mystery. Often viewed as a messenger between worlds, the raven embodies insight, adaptability, and the power of change. Incorporating a raku raven cabochon in jewelry design not only captures this potent symbolism but also enhances it through the unique textures and iridescent finishes of raku pottery. The interplay of light and color on the cabochon's surface evokes the raven’s enigmatic essence, inspiring wearers to embrace personal growth and intuition. This combination of meaningful symbolism and artistic craftsmanship is sure to inspire you!
*Handmade raku ceramic pottery cabochon
*Bisque fired, glazed, and raku fired in my studio
*Black from the raku firing process where there is no glaze.
*See photo for measurements
*Signed by the artist (that's me!) on the back "MAKU"
Thanks for looking! Hope you enjoy my art!
THE RAKU PROCESS:
Raku pottery was made long ago for Japanese tea ceremonies. It was modernized later into the process you see today. This involves taking a piece of pottery that has been bisque fired and glazed then firing it in a raku kiln. The piece is then fired to about 1800 degrees F and pulled out of the kiln while still red hot then placed in a reduction chamber containing organic materials such as newspaper, sawdust, leaves, etc. The materials catch on fire, the lid is put on very quickly and carefully. The fire wants oxygen to keep g*oing and flames often shoot across a piece, pulling oxygen from the glaze. The matte black color (a very unique characteristic of raku) is created where there is no glaze. It's so exciting and creates one of kind colors which are very hard to duplicate. Please note that raku is not food safe nor is it intended to hold liquid.
Caring for your raku piece:
Raku is fragile, please handle with care. Keep your raku in an air tight container or zippered bag when storing. Do not swim or leave your piece in water. Keep your piece out of direct sunlight, as it will affect the glaze. You may see some ash residue that will rub off from the parts that are not glazed. This will come out of your clothing with no problem, but if it concerns you, you can paint clear nail polish on the back of a piece.
*No discount codes on sale items, thank you for your understanding. I’m offering a large discount on my raku jewelry components in order to make space in my life. All sales final. Please allow extra time for shipping. I’m truly grateful for your support! Thank you so much and I hope you’re inspired! :)
The raven holds deep spiritual significance across many cultures, symbolizing transformation, intelligence, and mystery. Often viewed as a messenger between worlds, the raven embodies insight, adaptability, and the power of change. Incorporating a raku raven cabochon in jewelry design not only captures this potent symbolism but also enhances it through the unique textures and iridescent finishes of raku pottery. The interplay of light and color on the cabochon's surface evokes the raven’s enigmatic essence, inspiring wearers to embrace personal growth and intuition. This combination of meaningful symbolism and artistic craftsmanship is sure to inspire you!
*Handmade raku ceramic pottery cabochon
*Bisque fired, glazed, and raku fired in my studio
*Black from the raku firing process where there is no glaze.
*See photo for measurements
*Signed by the artist (that's me!) on the back "MAKU"
Thanks for looking! Hope you enjoy my art!
THE RAKU PROCESS:
Raku pottery was made long ago for Japanese tea ceremonies. It was modernized later into the process you see today. This involves taking a piece of pottery that has been bisque fired and glazed then firing it in a raku kiln. The piece is then fired to about 1800 degrees F and pulled out of the kiln while still red hot then placed in a reduction chamber containing organic materials such as newspaper, sawdust, leaves, etc. The materials catch on fire, the lid is put on very quickly and carefully. The fire wants oxygen to keep g*oing and flames often shoot across a piece, pulling oxygen from the glaze. The matte black color (a very unique characteristic of raku) is created where there is no glaze. It's so exciting and creates one of kind colors which are very hard to duplicate. Please note that raku is not food safe nor is it intended to hold liquid.
Caring for your raku piece:
Raku is fragile, please handle with care. Keep your raku in an air tight container or zippered bag when storing. Do not swim or leave your piece in water. Keep your piece out of direct sunlight, as it will affect the glaze. You may see some ash residue that will rub off from the parts that are not glazed. This will come out of your clothing with no problem, but if it concerns you, you can paint clear nail polish on the back of a piece.
