Raku Workshop
(24+25 August)
Join us for an intimate Raku experience at REON, guided by the experienced ceramist Stylianos Kouklakis.
Stylianos will be arriving from Crete island, to share his own process of the Japanese technique of Raku that emerged in the 16th century within tea ceremonies. Raku (楽) means pleasure.
︎ All levels are welcome
︎ Languages: Greek & English
︎ Dates: Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th of August 2024
We will begin at 11.00 am each day, ending around the afternoon, following the natural rhythm of the process and our group.
︎ Location: REON, Porta Sinion
︎ Cost: Euro 150
(The price includes the training, all the necessary materials and tools, bisque firing, plus cold made drinks & snacks)
Book your spot :
at hello@reon-space.com
or by dm Instagram / Facebook
Day #01
In REON’s tranquil setting, you will get to know Raku, an ancient Japanese ceramics technique that has been used for many centuries to create unique finishing to objects, under the guidance of Stylianos.
Raku ceramics create earthy, unpredicatable pieces that evoke a sense of connection to nature and to the ability to welcome the unexpected. We'll start with a hands-on ceramic session where you'll shape your raku pieces using different hand-building techniques. You will be able to build whatever object you want while getting support for the best possible result. The items will be then bisque fired in the electric kiln, to have them ready for the next day.
In the afternoon, we will build a special raku kiln.
Day #02
We will start the day by glazing the biscuit ceramics.
Once your ceramics are complete, we'll load the raku kiln with your creations and fire it during the afternoon. As the sun sets, the firing will start to take place, transforming your ceramics. And by night, we'll open the kiln and reveal the crackled glazes formed during the firing process.
All images: a Raku workshop in Styliano’s workspace
Instructor
Stylianos Kouklakis is a self-taught sculptor and ceramist, living and working in Chania, Crete.
His ceramics reflect his passion for experimentation and his desire to create functional pieces that bring joy to others. With each piece, he infuses a sense of purpose, knowing that it will be used by someone else in their daily life, making his piece more than just a decorative object, but a tangible part of their daily routine.
His gained technical expertise allows Stylianos to push the boundaries of traditional ceramic techniques.
Images 1,3: Stoneware objects, Image 2: Stylianos self made throwing wheel in his lab in Chania