Israel dawson on wed 27 mar 02
Karen wrote,
Hi fellow rakuers,
I have ordered a larger raku kiln since my work is getting larger and I can
no
longer fire in my present kiln. I am getting the "clam shell kiln" from
Clayart
in Tacoma (built custom for me in a larger size). I plan to be pulling some
of
the more awkward pieces without the use of tongs and would love some tips
from
those of you who have been so bold. The protective suit is much too
expensive
for me to handle at this point, so I'm wondering what will REALLY be
necessary.
Of course, I'll be buying the "super duper" gloves. Anyone have any
suggestions
for alternatives to the rest of the paraphernalia?
thanks,
Karen in Gualal
Well Karen one of the local potters here made some big 4' jars and stuff for
raku, and when it came time to pull he got his wife to wrap him in layers of
wet cotton rags till he looked like a mummy and with only his eyes not
covered wearing welding goggles, he then walked into the kiln and grabbed
the pots with both arms wrapped around red hot pot and took them out to the
reduction pit!. He did this several times I'm told. Not for those who
experience claustrophobia.
Cheers from Israel living in NZ where we really get in to the process;).
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