From One Kiln to Another
I’ve been hiding in a cave for the last week…at least that what is feels like. In reality the cave was Kyle Carpenter’s kiln shed and rather than hiding of course I was building a new cross draft salt kiln for him. Things are moving along well and Kyle can’t wait to fire it up […]
Skills
Just yesterday I was discussing “the business” (aka William Baker Pottery ) with someone at the bank when I was asked “do you make the pottery”. I am repeatedly amazed at how deeply engrossed we can become in our chosen career/obsession only to be reminded that most folks out there in the world have absolutely […]
First Firing Report
After all the work of the last few weeks, it’s good to finally be on the other side of all of the changes taking place in my little world. Settling into the new studio took a bit longer than expected, but with the first firing now over and done with there is finally a bit […]
Fire It Up
Finished loading the kiln last night, ready to get the fire going. I’m headed for a few hours sleep this evening, then up at midnight to get it rolling. Forecast for the train ride is 24 hours of firing after a chilly overnight start. Thankfully a little help from some friends will trickle in, Tracy […]
