Fascinating post over at The Storque by Jeff Campana which covers a lot of ground. He talks about ceramics and pottery, and if you’ve ever wondered about the difference between high fire and low fire, or what Raku really is, then you should definitely give this thorough overview a read.
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Loved this article & I’ve been blown away by Jeff Campana’s work since I first saw it. He is the model of great indie designer/craftsperson incredibly talented plus generous in his support of other makers!
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I couldn’t believe how comprehensive yet easy to understand it all was!