This small Bluegill measures approximately 9.5" long, 8" wide, and 3.75" deep.
Raku fired in a gas kiln. Suitable for displaying indoors only. Each fish is hand-sculpted and glazed. Individual forms and coloration are unique and will vary.
Raku is a low-fired pottery technique that originated in Japan over 400 years ago. The kiln is taken up to 1850 degrees F. When the pieces glow red, and the glazes look liquid, they are removed from the kiln and placed in a reduction chamber. When the pieces catch fire in the chamber, the fire is smothered, causing the lack of oxygen to react with the clay body and glazes, creating black crackles and metallic flashings. Next, the pieces are removed, doused in water, and cleaned.
Alan and Rosemary love using raku to fire their freshwater fish, such as trout and piranhas.
Details
- Small Bluegill measures approximately 9.5" long, 8" wide, and 3.75" deep
- Each fish is hand-sculpted and glazed. Individual forms and coloration are unique and will vary
- Raku fired - suitable for indoor display only
About Alan & Rosemary Bennett
Alan and Rosemary Bennett draw strong inspiration from their experiences in and around the water. Their creative process begins with a series of sketches, which are then transformed into primary forms using stoneware, clay, or porcelain. These forms are hollowed out, and detailed features like porcelain teeth and eyes are added. Afterward, the pieces are bisque fired, then glazed through dipping, spraying, and brushing techniques. Finally, the works are fired a second time, using methods such as Raku, reduction firing, wood firing, and other specialized techniques.