Studio Work and Flameware
My studio work is where I explore more design elements, add trimmed features and maybe attachments. Functional pieces will have more glaze design incorporating wax resist techniques. Functional and decorative wares may also include carving and sgraffito designs. These may be made in sets, but all are truly unique, and all are handmade.
Flameware clay is formulated to withstand thermal shock that normally prevents or restricts normal stoneware clay being used on the stovetop or in pre-heated ovens. While the range of forms may be limited in what is offered here, each form is extensively tested for utility, design, safety, and durability. Each piece is handmade and burnished - no glaze is necessary for the functional use of flameware, and in the forms of our Comal and Mini-Wok the raw clay becomes more attractive over time as it is used. Each piece includes information and instruction on how to cure and season, and is hand packed for safe delivery to your home where we hope it will be a valued cooking utensil to hand down to the next generation. A limited number of Flameware will be made in each production cycle, and will be available exclusively for pre-order and sale at this website (local pick up available in Asheville, NC).
Flameware clay is formulated to withstand thermal shock that normally prevents or restricts normal stoneware clay being used on the stovetop or in pre-heated ovens. While the range of forms may be limited in what is offered here, each form is extensively tested for utility, design, safety, and durability. Each piece is handmade and burnished - no glaze is necessary for the functional use of flameware, and in the forms of our Comal and Mini-Wok the raw clay becomes more attractive over time as it is used. Each piece includes information and instruction on how to cure and season, and is hand packed for safe delivery to your home where we hope it will be a valued cooking utensil to hand down to the next generation. A limited number of Flameware will be made in each production cycle, and will be available exclusively for pre-order and sale at this website (local pick up available in Asheville, NC).
Dinnerware
A downside to becoming a busier production studio is that I don't have the luxury to accept as many dinnerware commissions, but when I do they are a joy for me. The place settings are designed with the client to determine the forms and the design of the glaze decoration, and each piece is handmade and glazed with intention and consideration that they will become a part of someone's daily routines, special occasions, and handmade meals.
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