October 2025 - Raku Workshop

A seasonal favorite, crafting your own fire born Raku sculpture at Don Drumm Studios and Gallery. Our instructor, Jack Valentine has prepared two different designs for you to choose from this year - a pumpkin or a lantern.

During the purchase of your tickets, is when you can decide whether to select a pumpkin or a lantern. Keep this in mind when selecting your workshop day and time. The links are below.

For the class, you'll be provided all the materials you need to craft your piece, including glazes and tools. You'll have 30 minutes to glaze your piece and it is suggested to arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled workshop if you think you'll need additional time for glazing.

 

After the glazing is done, each piece will be Raku fired on site in a kiln. During the cooling process, your artwork will be placed in a reduction chamber and as a result of this step, the piece will be covered in soot. The last step is scrubbing the soot off your piece and we do provide gloves for you to wear during this process. It can be messy, so bring an apron if you would like one.

Due to the nature of the firing process, class times vary from 2 hours to 2.5 hours, please plan accordingly. Your piece will be ready to go home at the end of the class. Dress for the weather, as this workshop will be outside and will be held rain or shine.

 

Snacks and drinks will be provided to those participating in the class.

 

Click on the image for the date you'd like to take this workshop!