Raku Pottery
by ceramic artist
Steven Forbes-deSoule
American raku pottery is a unique and magical form of pottery where the glowing hot vessel or sculpture is pulled from the kiln and placed in combustibles in a metal container. The can is then covered, smothering the flames. The results are always serendipitous and the pieces are truly one of a kind!
I have been focusing on raku pottery exclusively for over 24 years and during that time have created a style which is genuinely distinct. My work has been featured in books and magazines and has been represented by galleries and museums nationwide. Recently, I have been melting stained glass and glass rods on my unique "halo/opal" glaze, creating a variety of colors and textures.
The online raku pottery gallery features my current body of work. It is available for purchase here or you can visit my studio located in the beautiful mountains near Asheville, North Carolina (by appointment). I also exhibit at several art shows and teach raku pottery workshops throughout the year. In addition, I open my studio to visitors semi-annually as part of the Weaverville Art Safari.
**NEW** Watch a video of me during a recent workshop.
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