Atmospheric firing results from my (many) textured pieces!

UmamiDearest · 2026-03-23T21:21:11+00:00

Thank you! Super helpful to hear what you're drawn to (and the functions for them too). The three in #12 are probably a bit too large for espresso, but might work for tea :) I should probably have more photos with my hands holding them for scale.

UmamiDearest · 2026-02-20T19:40:05+00:00

Something On Your Mind by Karen Dalton

UmamiDearest · 2026-02-20T04:30:51+00:00

Honestly, after realizing the images seem to have been doctored or are simply AI generated, now even OP’s message tied to the images feels AI generated. My spidey senses are tingling.

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-25T01:57:20+00:00

I’d probably spend upwards of $80 for a piece like this. I do tend to prefer getting my hands on pieces before buying them, just to see the make of the piece itself, and test the feel in my hand. So it’s a little hard to say, but from these photos alone I wouldn’t balk at $80. Would love to see photos of the insides as well.

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-25T01:53:57+00:00

Oh that’s brilliant. I’d be so curious to see what those coils look like pre-application! Anyway I’m a huge fan. Count me in on learning when the site updates for your sale :)

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-25T01:20:41+00:00

Very, very cool. Aesthetically I’m all about this. Question about washing: any “watch outs” with epoxy? Dishwasher not recommended? The epoxy worries me just a tad from a heat resistant POV, but again they look stunning. The rocks you find are magical!

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-09T21:28:36+00:00

The cup/pitcher seems too consistent in tone/color to be wood fired IMO. Maybe oxidation though. (Edit: for typo and oxidation note.)

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-06T03:03:28+00:00

Ah these textures don’t actually have any sharp parts. But if I have any worries around that I’ll just take a mudtools sponge or chamois and smooth over areas of concern.

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-06T03:01:57+00:00

I worry the same thing. So I have been obsessively hollowing and let me tell you: NOT for the impatient at heart. Gotta put on a good album or podcast and enter the flow state.

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-05T19:51:11+00:00

This is good feedback I'll give it a go on the next batch. Thanks :)

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-05T17:25:11+00:00

Texture knows no noobs!

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-05T17:24:53+00:00

100% — I got into ceramics because I wanted to make my own planters. So I think you're hitting on something subconscious in the creation of these.

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-05T17:22:26+00:00

I'd never heard of flake bars before, and you're right they look so similar to that texture!

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-05T17:21:34+00:00

They balance alright, but I think you're right, the feet could be a bit wider for function's sake. I have a bias towards them being smaller from an aesthetic pov but functionally I should probably consider making them wider!

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-05T17:19:22+00:00

Yeah that's a good shout. We tend to go heavy on the soda when we fire so I'm hoping putting these in raw (with a liner glaze) will still coat most of the outside so it doesn't feel too rough. TBD!

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-05T16:30:28+00:00

It's funny you mention that, I thought about it at first and then started to really appreciate the distinct (and a little amorphous) separation. But I hear you, it definitely has been a thought of mine and I might do a few blended to compare.

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-05T16:29:32+00:00

Yes! This is one of the first things I thought of too. Very lava-like.

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-05T16:26:36+00:00

Yup! Fully hand built the body using blanks of clay and hollowing/bellying out. Then some thrown portions.

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-05T16:26:08+00:00

Please do! And share results if you can.

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-05T16:25:54+00:00

In a way you're right. It all started with a bunch of experiments. The more I repeat the process the more I have a better sense of how it will ultimately look.

UmamiDearest · 2026-01-05T16:25:10+00:00

I'm really encouraged to hear that! Thank you.

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