Raku Vessels

Raku reminds me of scenes from science programs about the formation of our wonderful solar system, indeed the universe. My vessels are inspired by these marvelous happening, thus the names. This firing method creates colors by some of the same processes that causes the happening in the universe. Vase shapes, themselves are so satisfying to the eye. I make them in a series. Each is “a one of a kind.” The individual throwing process, the size, shape, additional sculptural parts, the glazes, firing process, the weather, all play a part in the final visual result. They are designed to be strong forms that need nothing to complete their look. Since these are raku vessels, they will seep water, yet lining with a plastic container or bag can prevent this therefore allowing use for flowers. A dry arrangement works well. I will be adding new vases as I continue to photograph my completed ones.