Overview
Explore the process of reduction firing a Rohde KG-340 gas kiln with SIC shelves and glaze test tiles in this comprehensive 28-minute video. Learn about unpacking Silicon Carbide kiln shelves, preparing cone packs, and packing the gas kiln. Observe the firing process, followed by unpacking the kiln and examining glaze test tiles. Discover examples of under-fired pots and the effects of crawling on an espresso cup. View finished pots and macro images of glazes, and learn how to clean glaze off kiln shelves. Gain insights into wadding recipes and the benefits of SIC shelves for pottery enthusiasts.
Syllabus
- Unpacking SIC, Silicon Carbide kiln shelves
- Preparing cone packs, cones 8, 9 & 10
- Packing gas kiln
- Firing gas kiln
- Unpacking gas kiln
- Some glaze test tiles
- Example of an under-fired pot
- The destruction of a crawled espresso cup
- Photographs of finished pots and macro images of glazes
- Cleaning glaze off of kiln shelf
Taught by
Florian Gadsby