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February Newsletter 2024
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As the wheel of the year turns towards the budding energies of February, the Fire Gallery is thrilled to announce an exciting addition to our studio's offerings: Monthly Raku Firings! Embrace the spontaneity and vibrant results unique to this traditional Japanese firing process, now available to our beloved community of ceramic artists and enthusiasts.
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In case you missed it, we moved!
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Our new address is 1520 Silver St, Houston TX 77007
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Other Highlights This Month
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- Studio Updates: We've upgraded our studio with new pottery wheels, enhancing your crafting experience.
- Upcoming Workshops and Classes: Stay tuned for our workshop calendar, featuring beginner and advanced classes in pottery forms, glazing techniques, and more.
- Dedicated Member studio access.
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New Blog Post:
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Raku Firing: A Dance with Fire
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Raku firing, a technique developed in 16th-century Japan, is renowned for its dramatic and unpredictable results. The process involves removing pottery from the kiln while at bright red heat and placing it into materials that ignite, creating intense reductions that lead to stunning, often iridescent finishes. Each piece emerges as a unique work of art, marked by the thrilling unpredictability of the raku process.
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New Year, New Skills:
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Kickstart your year by learning something new or refining your pottery skills. Our range of classes this January caters to all levels, from beginners to advanced potters. Check out our schedule and sign up for a class that ignites your creativity.
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Date Night
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Introduction to pottery. Learn to use the pottery wheel to throw clay and make a bowl and cup.
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Student Membership
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Open enrollment for students to come and go on their own schedule when gallery is open. Instruction provided once a week with assignments each class.
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Studio Membership
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Already know how to throw? Join our Studio Membership for access to the studio, A shelf, and kiln firings
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February Student Challenge
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It's February and love is in the air. This month is a conceptual challenge to make a piece that symbolizes your love for someone or something!
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Wheel throwing Fundamentals Group Lesson Schedule
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Basic Beginner Lesson Series 6 weeks - $350
Instructor – Sabine Triplett
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sign up begins February 12
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Sabine will work with each student to strengthen foundational skills and
provide personal feedback.
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This course will allow you to gain confidence in the following skills:
• Centering and opening
• Pulling walls higher
• Shaping
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Workshops
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Stay tuned for dates and details of these exciting workshops.
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Introduction to Teapots - $150
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March 2 & 3, 2024 1:00 - 4:00 PM
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Instructor – Sabine Triplett
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Advanced beginner/Intermediate level
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This workshop is perfect for those who have some experience in pottery and are looking to expand their skill set. You'll learn the intricacies of designing and crafting functional yet artistic teapots.
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Upcoming Workshops –
- Introduction to Large Pots
- Creating Your Own Underglaze Transfers
- Luster and Overglaze Overview
- Beginner Hand building Projects
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Fire Gallery
Firing Schedule
Next Reduction Gas Firing:
Next Crystal Firing:
Next Raku Firing:
Saturday, March 9th, 2024
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Call LeRoy for more information:
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leroy@firegallery.art 409-356-4588
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