The magic of making

The magic of making

There are a few key moments in creating these patterned pieces that are truly exciting. The first is carving the pattern while the wheel spins. While I have some control over the outcome, it is not completely predictable. The second moment comes when I open the kiln after high firing. This is when I finally see the full result, the colors, the variations in pattern thickness, and the translucency that adds a beautiful depth to the surface.
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