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January 2025 Newsletter
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Looking Back and Looking Forward
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2024 was an incredible year for the Fire Gallery! We moved into a new space, hosted workshops, experimented with crystalline glazes, and built (and fired!) our very own soda kiln. We welcomed traveling potters into our studio, watched our members refine and define their unique styles, and cultivated a thriving clay community.
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As we reflect on last year’s growth, we’re filled with gratitude—and excitement for the year ahead. 2025 promises even more: more workshops, more firings, and, most importantly, more connections with clay enthusiasts like you. Whether you’re looking to dip your toes with a one-time wheel class or dive headfirst into a new hobby, we can’t wait to welcome you into the studio.
-The Fire Gallery Team
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2025: A Year of Growth
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Here are just a few things to look forward to this year at Fire Gallery:
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• More Soda Firings: Keep an eye out for our next scheduled date—announcements coming soon!
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• Workshops for All Levels: From beginner techniques to advanced forms and glaze, there’s something for everyone.
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• Grand Opening Celebration: We’ll be hosting an official event to celebrate our new space—details coming your way soon.
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• Monthly Raku: Join us every second Saturday of the month for a thrilling raku firing experience.
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A huge thank you to our team for getting us through the busy holiday season with smiles, skill, and endless support. You’re the heart of Fire Gallery!
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Upcoming Events and Announcements
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Fire & Smoke: Join Our Saggar and Raku Firing Adventure!
Jan 11th
@ 10 AM
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We’re excited to bring back our Raku session this month! It’s a unique opportunity to experiment with these exciting firing techniques. Join us on the second Saturday of the month at 10 AM and see your creations transformed in the kiln. Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned participant, we’d love to have you fire with us!
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Fire Gallery Pop-Up
@ Coco's Donuts and Coffee Bar
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2026 W 34th St, Houston, TX 77018
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Come enjoy a cozy morning of coffee, donuts, and handmade ceramics.
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Here’s what you can expect:
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- Handmade Pottery for Sale: Browse unique, locally crafted ceramics, perfect for adding character to your home or as thoughtful gifts.
- Meet the Makers: Chat with some of our talented potters about their creative processes and inspirations.
- Community Connection: Get to know more about Fire Gallery, our classes, and how you can join our clay-loving community.
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Pair your favorite donut and coffee combo with the handmade art.
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Classes & Memberships
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The new year is the perfect time to get crafty and pick up a new hobby! Why not get your hands dirty with us and dive into the world of pottery? Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a total beginner, we’ve got something for everyone.
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About Our One Time Wheel Classes
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First time introduction to pottery throwing with the pottery wheel and clay. Learn to use the pottery wheel, center clay and make a bowl, cup or plate. We will have about two hours to play with clay making a couple of piece of pottery like a cup and bowl. BYOB.
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Entry Level – beginners course. Enjoyable fun experience. Making bowls, cups and plates.
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Experienced Pottery course to improve technique and learn more skills.
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This is an open enrollment for students to come and go on their own schedule when gallery is open. Instruction is available with assignments each class.
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Instructors: LeRoy, Sabine, Trey
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Fire Gallery
Firing Schedule
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Next Soda Firing:
TBA Contact LeRoy for more
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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 and Instagram
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Keep up with the latest sculptures and community highlights by following our
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Facebook page and our Instagram. Leroy has been posting his adventures in the new space, we hope you can follow along!
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Let’s Keep the Momentum Going
We’re so grateful to each of you who’ve supported our studio. You’ve made Fire Gallery what it is: a welcoming space for learning, creativity, and connection. We’re thrilled to share this new year with you and can’t wait to see what we’ll create together in 2025.
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Stay tuned for more updates, and be sure to follow us on social media for announcements, studio highlights, and event details!
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