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updated sun 15 feb 04

 

Angela Davis on sat 14 feb 04


OK after much self debate I have decided to share this
delicious Raku tidbit. I offer it as an example of what not to do
in the interest of personal safety.
My disclaimer is this:
I rate this site "X" as in Xtreme Raku, do not go there if
you don't have extensive experience with the handling of glowing
red hot pots. Do not peek just for a thrill.
I am not recommending this method , but thought it might offer
a little enlightenment to the mature Raku artist.

http://www.yellowleaf.org/Raku/firing-sequence/

After you get your rush go to the home page and
get an eye full of stunning pots.

Enjoy,
Angela Davis

Always wear your protection.


----- Original Message -----
From: "Susan Setley"
To:
Sent: Saturday, February 07, 2004 11:54 AM
Subject: Re: raku risks


> In a message dated 2/7/04 6:22:52 AM, primalmommy@MAIL2OHIO.COM writes:
>
>
> > Along with some of the precautions mentioned, I would like to add a few:
> > 1.) Do not raku naked. "Dangly bits" as janet calls them are just too
> > vulnerable.
> >
> > 2.) Do not quench pots in gasoline, kerosene or other flammable liquids.
> > 3.) Do not stick your head in a lion's mouth while waiting for glaze to
> > reach temperature, no matter how well the lion may be trained.
> >
> > 4.) Do not wear grass hula skirts to raku.
> >
>
> Etc...
>
> Heh heh -- these are going to Raku class tomorrow! Thanks!
>
>
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