September 5-7th and 10th, Dwayne Sackey: Layering for Glossy Glazes in Soda.
“Summers in the wilderness inform my aesthetic with awe-inspiring beauty from gem-colored lakes and snow-capped mountain peaks. Channelling nature’s essence into functional pots and abstract sculptures, I relay nature’s gift - a sense of belonging - yours for the asking.” - Dwayne Sackey
For this four day gas soda fired workshop we will strive for hot and glossy results. Layering glazes can add depth to the surfaces and allow for beautiful crystal formations during the cooling. With a few layers of glaze and a nice hot firing we will create beautiful rich surfaces, dark carbon trapping and wonderfully unique pots.
Each participant should bring enough work to fill approximately 2-2.5 cubic feet of bisque fired work made from cone 10 clays. We also encourage students to bring a few extra “stuffer” pieces that are approximately 3x2x2. These are not priority pieces, but are easy to use to fill gaps in the kiln, and can be added if there is extra space. After registration participants will receive an email with a list of cone 10 clays and any extra information on the workshop.
6 participant maximum
Workshop Schedule:
Day -1: Students arrive at The Oki Doki at 10 a.m. to meet Dwayne, and spend the day discussing glazing and layering glazes for soda firing.
Day-2: Students arrived at Oki Doki Studio at 10 a.m. The group will spend the day discussing loading strategies with Dwayne as they load the kiln together, and discuss the second day of firing the kiln.
Day-3: Students arrive at The Oki Doki Studio between 12:30 and 1 for discussion on gas firing techniques, and prepare to introduce soda into the kiln. This can be a long day with the firings potentially wrapping up between 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. (depending on the firing).
The kiln cools for 2 days after the firing. Students will return to the studio for opening day.
Day-4: 10 a.m. students return to The Oki Doki Studio to open and unload the kiln, and have a group critique to digest the outcome of the firing. The group will clean up the kiln, and also talk about strategies for cleaning and finishing the fired work.
“Summers in the wilderness inform my aesthetic with awe-inspiring beauty from gem-colored lakes and snow-capped mountain peaks. Channelling nature’s essence into functional pots and abstract sculptures, I relay nature’s gift - a sense of belonging - yours for the asking.” - Dwayne Sackey
For this four day gas soda fired workshop we will strive for hot and glossy results. Layering glazes can add depth to the surfaces and allow for beautiful crystal formations during the cooling. With a few layers of glaze and a nice hot firing we will create beautiful rich surfaces, dark carbon trapping and wonderfully unique pots.
Each participant should bring enough work to fill approximately 2-2.5 cubic feet of bisque fired work made from cone 10 clays. We also encourage students to bring a few extra “stuffer” pieces that are approximately 3x2x2. These are not priority pieces, but are easy to use to fill gaps in the kiln, and can be added if there is extra space. After registration participants will receive an email with a list of cone 10 clays and any extra information on the workshop.
6 participant maximum
Workshop Schedule:
Day -1: Students arrive at The Oki Doki at 10 a.m. to meet Dwayne, and spend the day discussing glazing and layering glazes for soda firing.
Day-2: Students arrived at Oki Doki Studio at 10 a.m. The group will spend the day discussing loading strategies with Dwayne as they load the kiln together, and discuss the second day of firing the kiln.
Day-3: Students arrive at The Oki Doki Studio between 12:30 and 1 for discussion on gas firing techniques, and prepare to introduce soda into the kiln. This can be a long day with the firings potentially wrapping up between 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. (depending on the firing).
The kiln cools for 2 days after the firing. Students will return to the studio for opening day.
Day-4: 10 a.m. students return to The Oki Doki Studio to open and unload the kiln, and have a group critique to digest the outcome of the firing. The group will clean up the kiln, and also talk about strategies for cleaning and finishing the fired work.
“Summers in the wilderness inform my aesthetic with awe-inspiring beauty from gem-colored lakes and snow-capped mountain peaks. Channelling nature’s essence into functional pots and abstract sculptures, I relay nature’s gift - a sense of belonging - yours for the asking.” - Dwayne Sackey
For this four day gas soda fired workshop we will strive for hot and glossy results. Layering glazes can add depth to the surfaces and allow for beautiful crystal formations during the cooling. With a few layers of glaze and a nice hot firing we will create beautiful rich surfaces, dark carbon trapping and wonderfully unique pots.
Each participant should bring enough work to fill approximately 2-2.5 cubic feet of bisque fired work made from cone 10 clays. We also encourage students to bring a few extra “stuffer” pieces that are approximately 3x2x2. These are not priority pieces, but are easy to use to fill gaps in the kiln, and can be added if there is extra space. After registration participants will receive an email with a list of cone 10 clays and any extra information on the workshop.
6 participant maximum
Workshop Schedule:
Day -1: Students arrive at The Oki Doki at 10 a.m. to meet Dwayne, and spend the day discussing glazing and layering glazes for soda firing.
Day-2: Students arrived at Oki Doki Studio at 10 a.m. The group will spend the day discussing loading strategies with Dwayne as they load the kiln together, and discuss the second day of firing the kiln.
Day-3: Students arrive at The Oki Doki Studio between 12:30 and 1 for discussion on gas firing techniques, and prepare to introduce soda into the kiln. This can be a long day with the firings potentially wrapping up between 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. (depending on the firing).
The kiln cools for 2 days after the firing. Students will return to the studio for opening day.
Day-4: 10 a.m. students return to The Oki Doki Studio to open and unload the kiln, and have a group critique to digest the outcome of the firing. The group will clean up the kiln, and also talk about strategies for cleaning and finishing the fired work.
Before purchasing your workshop reservation please review our cancellation policy
When making your plans, please consider your participation means the studio and instructors are purchasing supplies months before the workshop. You are making a commitment to the instructor, and reserving a spot that someone else could potentially take.
Cancellations (minus the $75 cancellation fee) can be made up to six weeks before the workshop.
While we understand that emergencies happen, any cancellation made after the six week period is nonrefundable. If the cancellation is due to an emergency contact us by phone first, (845) 332-6585, and follow up with a voice mail and email if you cannot reach us. You will be given a credit for a similarly priced workshop at a later date within one calendar year of your workshop.