{"product_id":"inside-the-electric-kiln-a-hands-on-firing-intensive","title":"Inside the Electric Kiln: A Hands-On Firing Intensive - Sept. 26","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaught by \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/sooki.studio\/pages\/about\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNatalia Ira Sookias\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunday, September 26th, 11am-3pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll experience levels welcome | Masks required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2971 Allesandro St, Los Angeles, Frogtown 90039\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA half-day, beginner-friendly intensive on electric kilns, firing, and loading techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurious about electric kilns but not sure where to start? This expanded version of our Introduction to Electric Kilns workshop gives you more time to understand the basics \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e get a closer look at what actually happens when it comes time to load and fire a kiln.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first half of the workshop is lecture- and discussion-based, covering the fundamentals of electric kilns, how they work, and what you need to know to approach firing with confidence. After a lunch break, we'll move into a hands-on exploration of kiln loading, with a deeper focus on the differences between \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebisque and glaze firings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart I: Understanding Electric Kilns (11am - 12:30pm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll begin with the fundamentals of electric kiln firing, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow electric kilns work and the basic components of a kiln\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstanding kiln controllers and firing schedules\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe difference between bisque and glaze firings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnderstanding cones and firing temperatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKiln shelves, posts, kiln wash, and other kiln furniture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasic kiln safety and maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon firing issues and how to troubleshoot them\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to consider when purchasing or installing an electric kiln\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow your firing schedule can affect your finished work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuestions and discussion about your own firing experiences\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLunch Break (12:30pm - 1pm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll take a short 30 minute lunch break before moving into the hands-on portion of the workshop. Bring your own lunch or take some time to grab something nearby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart II: Loading the Kiln — Bisque \u0026amp; Glaze (1pm - 3pm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe second half of the workshop focuses specifically on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehow to load an electric kiln\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. We'll work through the process of preparing and loading a kiln for both bisque and glaze firings, discussing not only \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to load it, but \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e certain decisions matter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll cover:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparing a kiln for loading\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to load a bisque firing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to load a glaze firing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe key differences between bisque and glaze loading\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to position work for even heat distribution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to make the most of your kiln space\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProper spacing between pieces and shelves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoading larger, taller, or more sculptural work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to place glazed work to prevent glaze accidents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing kiln wash, cookies, stilts, and other kiln furniture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon loading mistakes and how to avoid them\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to think through a kiln load before firing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTroubleshooting different loading scenarios\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere will be plenty of time for questions and discussion throughout the workshop, so you're encouraged to bring questions about your own work, kiln, or firing experiences.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis class is designed to be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebeginner friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is a great introduction for anyone who is curious about electric kilns, considering purchasing one, beginning to fire their own work, or simply wanting to better understand what happens inside a kiln.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo previous kiln experience is required. Some familiarity with ceramics is helpful but not necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll tools and materials needed for the workshop will be provided. Bring a notebook, your questions, and a lunch for the break.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 4 hours, including a 30-minute lunch break.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn this workshop we will delve into the world of electric kilns, home studios and all the nooks and crannies along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eI'll be talking through and demonstrating the basics of firing an electric kiln, including loading techniques for bisque and glaze, changing elements, an overview of the firing process and answering any and all questions including but not limited to stacking techniques, cones, kiln wash, setting up a home studio, loading small scale to large scale work, etc. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis workshop is well suited for anyone wanting to gain a better understanding of the firing process to inform their own creative process and those wanting to set up a home studio and needing guidance on where to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAll students are required to sign the studio liability waiver prior to entering the studio, save time by completing the wavier online below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.signdigitalwaiver_button_div:hover { text-decoration: underline; }\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/waiver.smartwaiver.com\/w\/5dzz4j1rawdckhuz8w5ycb\/web\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"signdigitalwaiver_button_div\" style=\"box-shadow: 0 0 5px #afafaf; border: 1px solid #dddddd; display: inline-block !important; cursor: pointer !important; padding: 5px 20px !important; border-radius: 7px !important; text-align: center !important; font-size: 20px !important; background-color: #4380fd !important; color: #e4e4e8 !important;\"\u003eSign Required Student Waiver\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis workshop is taught by \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/sooki.studio\/pages\/about\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSooki Studio\u003c\/a\u003e founder, Natalia Ira Sookias. Natalia has been teaching over the last decade from the kindergarten level ranging to university graduate students in the US and Europe. She studied at the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts), Central St. Martin's and the Prince's School for Traditional Arts in London.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sooki Studio","offers":[{"title":"$175","offer_id":48229976047842,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$150","offer_id":48229976080610,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$125","offer_id":48229976113378,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0470\/0746\/5623\/files\/nicolethirtyfive-sooki_studio-090825-09.jpg?v=1772835585","url":"https:\/\/sooki.studio\/products\/inside-the-electric-kiln-a-hands-on-firing-intensive","provider":"Sooki Studio LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}