{"product_id":"raku-pottery-made-simple-aria-wabisabi-9798289748119","title":"Raku Pottery Made Simple: A Step-by-Step Guide to Low-Fire Ceramics, DIY Backyard Kilns, and Creative Raku Firing Techniques at Home","description":"\u003cp\u003eReady to step into the world of smoke, flame, and spontaneous artistry? \u003ci\u003eRaku Pottery Made Simple\u003c\/i\u003e is your complete beginner's guide to mastering the ancient, unpredictable, and soul-satisfying craft of Raku. Whether you're new to ceramics or looking to deepen your practice, this book will walk you through everything you need-from clay selection to backyard kiln setups and creative firing techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspired by Japanese traditions and the philosophy of wabi-sabi, Raku pottery invites you to embrace imperfection and celebrate the magic of unpredictability. In this hands-on guide, ceramic artist \u003cb\u003eAria Wabisabi\u003c\/b\u003e demystifies the process and helps you cultivate confidence, creativity, and connection with every firing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cb\u003eInside, you'll discover: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fascinating origins and philosophy of Raku pottery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow to build or modify a backyard kiln-even in small spaces\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eClay and glaze options ideal for Raku firing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eStep-by-step instructions for forming, bisque firing, and glazing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eReduction techniques: horsehair, naked Raku, saggar, obvara \u0026amp; more\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSafety practices, firing flow, and troubleshooting tips\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow to photograph, present, and sell your Raku art with purpose\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe mindset behind Raku: imperfection, presence, and joy\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith over 10 detailed chapters and hundreds of practical tips, this is more than a how-to manual-it's an invitation to explore, experiment, and create pottery that speaks from the fire and the heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Aria Wabisabi\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798289748119\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/26\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 122\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.50lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.26d\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aria Wabisabi","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47244429918463,"sku":"9798289748119","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_22bd2451-60be-49ab-8f09-ca60f157b8e1.jpg?v=1758135729","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/raku-pottery-made-simple-aria-wabisabi-9798289748119","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}