BASICALLY RAKU
by Veerle Vandevoorde
made by Veerle Vandevoorde
About Raku
The Western version of raku was developed in the 20th century by studio potters. Typically wares are fired at a high temperature, and after removing pieces from the kiln, the wares are placed in an open-air container filled with combustible material, which is not a traditional Raku practice in Japan. The Western process can give a great variety of colors and surface effects, making it very popular with studio and amateur potters.
I've learned this technique during different masterclasses with Rudie Delanghe.
Candle lights
My mother and grandmother always used to light a candle for good health, luck or to remember someone.
I do the same now when my children have an exam, when someone passes away and also just for the company of light.
Do you recognize this habit? I thought of turning some original tea light holders that are also a fine piece for your interior...
Every holder is unique by its way of turning and the raku-design.
