Saggar Fired Ceramics
Workshop | Available
Learn how to create distinctive surface decoration with saggar firing, a specialized technique where ceramic pieces are enclosed in a container, called a saggar, during the firing process. You will decorate premade ceramic pieces with a variety of chemical and combustible materials and wrap the clay pieces in aluminum foil to create a closed saggar to fire in. You will then participate in the firing, cleaning, and sealing processes. This workshop is 1 and a half days, with the second day from 1-4pm. Students will need to bring a respirator.
- Students will need to bring a respirator.
Jessica Ames-Russell
Jessica (Eureka Springs, AR) earned a BFA in painting and photography. She taught high school art for 15 years. She is now a freelance artist and has experience working with and teaching drawing, painting, jewelry, printmaking, sculpture, and ceramics.