{"product_id":"inside-the-electric-kiln-a-hands-on-firing-intensive-feb-27","title":"Inside the Electric Kiln: A Firing, Loading \u0026 Troubleshooting Intensive - Feb. 27","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside the Electric Kiln: A Firing, Loading \u0026amp; Troubleshooting Intensive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn what actually happens inside an electric kiln, from firing schedules and cones to kiln loading, maintenance, and troubleshooting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaturday, February 27, 2027 · 11 AM–4 PM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSooki Studio · Frogtown, Los Angeles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnly 15 spots available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis five-hour intensive takes an in-depth look at the technical and practical aspects of electric kiln firing. Through demonstrations, group discussions, and collaborative troubleshooting exercises, we'll explore how to make informed decisions at every stage of the firing process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll examine real-world examples of unsuccessful firings, investigate common loading mistakes, and work together to understand what may have gone wrong and how to approach things differently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe workshop is intentionally kept small to encourage questions, shared experiences, and thoughtful discussion. Whether you're new to electric kilns or have years of firing experience, this is an opportunity to deepen your understanding, build confidence, and develop practical problem-solving skills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Intensive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart I: Understanding Electric Kilns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11:00 AM–12:15 PM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll begin with the fundamentals of electric kiln firing, including how kilns work, their components, controllers, firing schedules, cones, heatwork, and the differences between bisque and glaze firings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll also discuss kiln safety, maintenance, and how firing decisions affect finished work. Questions and discussion are encouraged throughout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart II: Kiln Loading Demonstrations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12:15–1:15 PM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough instructor-led demonstrations, we'll explore how to prepare and load an electric kiln for both bisque and glaze firings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll discuss shelf placement, kiln furniture, spacing, loading larger and sculptural work, maximizing kiln space, and preventing glaze accidents. We'll examine not only how to load a kiln, but why different loading decisions matter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLunch Break\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:15–1:45 PM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll take a 30-minute break. Bring your own lunch or grab something nearby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart III: Collaborative Troubleshooting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:45–3:15 PM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll put our knowledge into practice through a series of real-world firing and loading scenarios.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorking in small groups, students will examine examples of unsuccessful firings, identify potential causes, and discuss how they might approach the situation differently. 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