Step into Raku Pottery: A Complete Beginner's Guide to Clay, Glazing, Firing, and Creative Projects in Raku Pottery

By Steffen Farber

Step into Raku Pottery is your all-in-one beginner's guide to mastering the ancient Japanese art of Raku. Written with clarity and inspiration for those starting from zero, this book walks you through every step of the process-from working with clay to glazing, firing, and creating your very first projects.

Inside, you'll discover how to choose the right clay for Raku, set up your workspace safely, and use essential tools like kilns, tongs, and glazes with confidence. Learn to prepare, shape, and bisque fire your pieces before moving on to the exciting world of Raku glazing and firing. With hands-on projects like pinch pots, coil vases, tiles, and wheel-thrown bowls, you'll gain both technical skills and artistic confidence.

More than just a how-to guide, this book also encourages you to embrace the unpredictable beauty of Raku. You'll explore ways to avoid common beginner mistakes, understand the role of reduction chambers, and even try advanced methods like Horsehair Raku, Naked Raku, and Copper Matte finishes as you grow.

Whether you want to create unique pottery for personal joy, meditation, or display, Step into Raku Pottery offers the knowledge, safety practices, and inspiration you need to begin your journey into this captivating art form.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FQ5YQMQ7
• ISBN13: 9798264320774
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 126 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"