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May Newsletter 2024
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Spring is in full swing, and as the flowers bloom, so does the creativity within our walls. This May, we have a lot of exciting updates and events that we're thrilled to share with you.
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- Studio Updates: Gas and glass are here Come by the Studio May 11th for a demo more details are below!! Check out our Glass class section below! Last month's crystal glaze firing brought surprising results and valuable lessons. Our experiment with different clay bodies and firing schedules has opened up new possibilities for unique finishes and crystals. We're looking forward to refining these techniques in our upcoming sessions.
- Upcoming Workshops and Classes: Get creative with our summer pottery class series this summer! And stay tuned for more workshops, featuring beginner and advanced classes in pottery forms, glazing techniques, and more.
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Glass Blowing Demonstration
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Date: Saturday, May 11, 2024
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Time: 9:30 am and 1:00 pm
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Don’t miss our captivating glass-blowing demonstration on May 11th, with sessions at 9:30 AM and 1:00 PM. Witness the thrilling art of glass transformation and perhaps find new inspirations.
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Turn Up the Heat: Unleash Your Creativity in a Glass Class
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Enter the enchanting world of glass artistry with our Implosion Pendant Making class! Tailored for beginners, this workshop invites you to explore the mesmerizing possibilities of borosilicate glass.
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Dive into the world of borosilicate glass artistry with our beginner's class, where you'll learn to make beautiful mushroom pendants. This workshop results in a stunning wearable piece that's both unique and eye-catching.
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Embark on a thrilling adventure into the art of crafting glass pipes! This class will immerse you in the mesmerizing process of shaping glass with fire and air.
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Crystal Visions: Unveiling the Mysteries of Our First Crystal Lab
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The recent crystal firing presented both surprises and learning opportunities. Two crystal pieces showcased larger crystal formations. We experimented with a new firing schedule, which could be one reason why some crystals did not form—another possible factor being insufficient glaze application. Our members' pieces had a failure to launch, some variables include the Clay body used. I typically employ Cinco …
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Fire Gallery
Firing Schedule
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Next Reduction Gas Firing:
Next Crystal Firing:
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Raku Firing:
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Contact Leroy to schedule your raku:
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leroy@firegallery.art 409-356-4588
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Stay Connected with Fire Gallery on Facebook
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Keep up with the latest sculptures and community highlights by following our
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Facebook page. Leroy has been posting his adventures in the new space, we hope you can follow along!
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Fire Gallery is more than just a studio; it's a community where creativity, learning, and passion for pottery come together. We look forward to sharing this exciting month with you, full of opportunities to learn, create, and celebrate the art of pottery.
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