{"product_id":"pit-firing","title":"November Pit Firing","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOFFSITE WORKSHOP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin us in exploring one of the most ancient ceramic firing techniques: pit firing. Using natural and found materials, works are placed directly into the earth for firing. This process is a collaboration between the artist and chance — balancing experimentation, observation, and discovery. In pit firing, unpredictability is embraced, and failures are considered an essential part of learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach work unearthed from the ashes is uniquely marked by the elements, capturing the beauty and unpredictability of nature itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe studio will provide a selection of found materials, including sawdust, seaweed, soil, copper carbonate, and more, to create surface texture and variation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is a two-part event. The first session will cover the pit-firing process, and the second will take place offsite for the firing itself. The offsite location is approximately a 1.5-hour drive from the studio.  Location is confirmed the week of the firings; the weather and wind report will determine where it is safe to fire.  Carpooling is highly recommended. The exact location will be shared during the informational meeting. \u003cstrong\u003eAll work must be bisque fired before the pit firing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttendance Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOption 1: \u003c\/strong\u003eOne-Day Attendance\u003cbr\u003eThursday, November 19th, Wrapping Pieces\u003cbr\u003eWrap your work in materials and learn about what materials create different colors. Your work can still be fired if you’re unable to attend the offsite firing. If you cannot make the commute, please select this option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOption 2: \u003c\/strong\u003eTwo-Day Attendance\u003cbr\u003eThursday, November 19th \u0026amp; Sunday, November 22nd\u003cbr\u003eFor those who wish to participate onsite in the pit firing. Build the fire, fire the work, and unearth finished pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBBQ and potlock to follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe firing site will be disclosed after registration and is located within approximately a 1.5-hour drive from downtown Los Angeles. If high winds are forecasted, the firing may be rescheduled, as weather conditions will determine the timing and safety of the event. Safety is of the utmost importance.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor questions or concerns, please email us at clay@clayca.com\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CLAY CA ","offers":[{"title":"120 minutes","offer_id":46959145517217,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4320 minutes","offer_id":46959145549985,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8407\/6449\/files\/November.Pit.Firing.jpg?v=1787947432","url":"https:\/\/clayca.com\/products\/pit-firing","provider":"CLAY CA ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}