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Teralta Art Community Pit Fire

  • Fiesta Island San Diego, CA (map)

Join us this May for the Teralta Art Community Pit Fire

Join us for a pit fire—one of the oldest pottery firing methods, dating back thousands of years. We’ll carefully stack and arrange the pottery in the fire pit, layering it with organic materials to create unique surface effects. As the flames rise, we’ll relax, share stories, and watch the sunset while our pottery transforms.

This is a free, community workshop. All ages and skill levels are welcome!

*Participation in the May 16 preparation workshop required. See agenda below*

 

Pit Fire Agenda


Now: Start Making Your Pieces

Sign up for studio time to make you pieces. Bruce White clay is available for purchase in the studio ($2.00/lb). Check our website for studio hours.


May 6: Drop Off Your Bone-Dry Pieces

Bring your bone-dry pieces any time before 9pm on Wednesday, May 6. We will bisque fire the pieces in preparation of our preparation workshop.


May 16: Saggar - Preparation workshop

Let’s prep for the pit fire together! We’ll explore different ways to prepare and protect pottery for the fire, including wrapping the pieces and using organic materials to achieve unique surface effects. Enjoy coffee, donuts, and great company!

Cost: Free

Location: Teralta Art


May 23: Pit Fire Event

Join us for a pit fire—one of the oldest pottery firing methods, dating back thousands of years. We’ll carefully stack and arrange the pottery in the fire pit, layering it with organic materials to create unique surface effects. As the flames rise, we’ll relax, share stories, and watch the sunset while our pottery transforms.

Cost: Free

Location: Fiesta Island


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