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Judy Walker
Judy has always been fascinated with the colors, forms and decoration of pottery. Her inspiration comes from the harmony of botanical and seashore images.
She uses both wheel thrown and slab built decor items, made using an open bodied clay, covered with glazes containing metal oxides. They are fired in an oil drum kiln with a propane torch.
Red hot pieces are removed with tongs and placed in a sand pit filled with leaves, grasses or papers. They are covered and allowed to smoke and cool.
By firing the pottery this way it gives Raku it's signature smoky quality, enhanced craze lines and intriguing metallic effects.
Raku originated in the late 16th century in Japan. The word Raku, loosely translated means Pleasure, Happiness and Contentment.
For more information about this artist, contact The Cranbrook & District Arts Council at (250) 426-4223 or EMAIL us.
