End of an era - Bourry Box

I am currently in the process of pulling down my bourry box kiln which has been part of my studio life for the past 32 years. It has had many facelifts and produced some beautiful pots with soft subtle surfaces. I initially salt glazed in this kiln and then over the years decreased the amount of salt introduced. Each time the kiln was fired the residue salt would re vaporise and create beautiful flashing. I have found this kiln to be particularly good for tableware as the works were protected from the direct flame which is somewhat different to my anagama. I am now considering my next kiln to build….stay tuned.

Anagama Firing 2019

I have recently fired my anagama aka ‘Minkie’. I took 4 days to pack the kiln and then fired her for 70 hours. Slow at first on the floor then moving to stoking through the main door into the firebox. The firing progressed well although there was a period when she stalled due to carbon cobwebs….this is caused by heavy reduction or too generous stoking…this problem was eliminated by stopping stoking all together, leaving the door closed, opening secondary air holes and mouse hole under the ember bed.

The kiln will take several days to cool and then the unpacking begins. Stay tuned for new works.

Christmas studio sale

I’m thrilled to invite you to my annual Christmas studio sale on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd December. I’ll have plates, bowls, drinking vessels, vases and my large landscape platters for sale — all from recent firings in the bourry box and anagama kilns. Cash and card accepted. I look forward to seeing you on the day.

Saturday 1st Dec - 10am - 4pm
Sunday 2nd Dec - 10am - 2pm

Map details here.

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UNEARTH YOUR LOCAL POTTER

AUSTRALIAN CERAMICS Open Studios

I am happy to announce that I will be taking part in this Australia wide event for the 4th consecutive year!

Saturday 19 August 10am-4pm and Sunday 20 August 10am-2pm

'This is an inspiring opportunity for the broader community to step inside the creative spaces of contemporary potters and ceramicists.  It's a chance to experience the wonders of this luscious material and the skilled artisans who develop their unique voice within this ancient practice.' says 'Shannon Garson, President of The Australian Ceramics Association.'

Come along, bring your friends and experience the wonders of this unique practice.

Christmas Open Studio Sale 2016

I will be opening my studio workspace on the weekend of 3rd and 4th December from 10.00am - 4.00pm. Visitors are welcome to view the kilns, see my production workshop, talk clay and purchase from my 2016 collection.

Directions: drive 1km along the Crescent Head Road, turn right into Pattersons Lane, turn left into Lily Lane once under the underpass then follow the flags.

I look forward to seeing you.

Australian Ceramics Open Studio

Over the weekend of August 20 and 21 I will be taking part in the Australian Ceramics Open Studios. My work space will be open to the public where you will be able to view a fully operational ceramics studio.

Please come along to view works in progress, kilns, enjoy a cuppa and a chat.  There will be a comprehensive selection of works for you to view and purchase.

Hours are Saturday 20 August 10am-4pm Sunday 10am-2pm

 

 

These square slab plates have been made from a blend of local clays & fired in my anagama for around 120 hrs. Stacked on the hot face but slightly sheltered by large bulbous forms the flame 🔥 had passed over & through them leaving its indeli
How about a little pouring bowl to go on your festive table? This little sweetie is made from a local clay body. Glazed with an ash glaze that I collected from the firebox, washed, sieved, dried then made into a glaze. Available Open Studio 7-8 Dece
These #handmade #woodfired drinking vessels are a perfect fit for extracting your morning shot! ..pick yourself one up at Open Studio 7-8 December or msg me directly #morningcoffee #openstudio #woodfiredceramics #womenwhowoodfire #bespoke #musthave
Come along to my open studio to see what I have been up to. New works, new glazes, freshly fired #woodfired pots #australianceramics #womenwhowoodfire #maker
Open Studio 7-8 December 10-4 pm come view my working space, kilns & works...more details on my website jannkesbyceramics.com or msg me directly . . #handmade #terroir #woodfired #australianceramics #keramic #womenwhowoodfire #woodfiredceramic
A new landscape platter made @nqpotters workshop & fired in @jeanmcmaster tiny train kiln this past week. I'm enjoying the way the feldspathic glaze is reflecting the dry earth which is around the tablelands at the moment . . #handmade #terroir #
Such an incredible honour to have been invited to judge 2024 North Queensland Ceramics Award at Perc Tucker Gallery @townsvillecitygalleries congratulations to @yehceramics for 'Of Motherhood 2023' overall winner @prumorrison for 'A Tribute to a Holy