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In Topic: Wood Firing for Shino : Reduction phases

Posted 24 May 2013

Oh dear heavens... I want access to a wood kiln so bad! I did a little shino firing at a University class, and loved it to death. About the only thing so far that gets me as wobbly knee'd as Raku.

Yes, Stephen Hill, I like your oxidation surfaces just fine... but talk all you want, it's just not the same thing...
In Topic: Proportions

Posted 24 May 2013

Mark C., on 23 May 2013 - 09:37 PM, said:
Kohaku, on 23 May 2013 - 09:39 PM, said:
Thanks everyone- lots of comments here in line with what I've been thinking.

Chris- the top piece was thrown and cut, with caps... so no algal gardens, hopefully.

Aside from the width of the base, I agree that the cutouts are wrong. Apart from other considerations, the shape is almost moorish- doesn't really fit with the overall Japanese aesthetic.

If the Japanese aesthetic is what you are after check out the book -Japanese Homes and their Surroundings by Edward S. Morse
I have had this book since the early 70s it a good resource.
Mark

Cool- thanks. I need to dive into that world more deeply, since it's definitely an influence.

Looking at the design (and re-visiting images of some traditional lanterns that I like) one thing that's very consistent across the trad designs is that the 'plinth' (the doughnut-like piece that the actual lantern element rests on) is generally quite robust- often broader than the actual lantern element.

As the piece stands, I worry that broadening the base would mar the vertical flow... but I can see that a fatter plinth element might solve this. Something to incorporate for the next one.
In Topic: your galleries

Posted 24 May 2013

Really nice work Celia... I've never really dabbled in naked raku, but love the effect. And yes- I need to post more images.

I worked in the BWCA for eight years as a guide and miss Northern Minnesota badly. Very envious that you get to hang you hat in that region!
In Topic: Proportions

Posted 23 May 2013

Thanks everyone- lots of comments here in line with what I've been thinking.

Chris- the top piece was thrown and cut, with caps... so no algal gardens, hopefully.

Aside from the width of the base, I agree that the cutouts are wrong. Apart from other considerations, the shape is almost moorish- doesn't really fit with the overall Japanese aesthetic.
In Topic: Proportions

Posted 23 May 2013

Biglou13, on 23 May 2013 - 10:15 AM, said:
You already said it. I think base is needs more strength. But don't go wrecking it yet. Maybe sippmple as adding platform below legs. Or "earth ring" if you will. I think that the the designs strength is weakened by weaker base. At first glance I'd be weary of it toppling over.
The top is on point design wise.

The traditional legged lanterns I've seen all had beefier legs.

I'd be proud to own it as is. But if I had to pick between one with stronger base I'd pick stronger base.

Your work is very much organic..... visualizing the following may be difficult.....
On flip side of coin this composition will work in a non traditional setting, house with simple open lines, modern, steel and glass, inorganic design, Horizon pool..... (In this case a single glaze finish letting composition do all the talking).

Thanks... that backs up some of my own thinking. Much obliged.

The funny thing is that it's almost a direct translation from my sketch book... and I liked it just fine as a drawing. Odd how the extra dimension can change your thinking...

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Location:: Moscow, Idaho
Interests:: Raku, surface carving, fountains, lanterns and other large functional sculpture, intersection of art and conservation