Week 7 Readings

6. If you don’t have a kiln: realistic pathways

To make functional ceramic tableware, you need proper firing. If you don’t have a kiln at home, here are education-friendly, realistic options:

• Local studio “firing services” (where available)
  You can build at home, then take greenware/bisque to a studio for firing (rules vary).

• Community studio membership
  Many cities have shared kilns and classes.

• Remote alternative for this course
  Even without firing, you can complete the unit by submitting:

• form sketches + a home-making plan
• risk management notes
• documentation photos of prototypes or modeling trials

Food safety (conceptual reminder)

Food safety depends on:

• clay body and firing maturity
• glaze chemistry and correct firing
• surface integrity (no cracks/crazing that traps residues)
  This course does not certify food safety; it teaches safe planning and documentation.

The picture shows the Pots Made of Clay.