Raku
The meaning of Raku in Japanese is translated as follows.
Enjoyment, pleasure, happiness, and ease.
That is also how I experience the Raku process. Creating in Raku brings so much happiness and pleasure. The excitement of firing the objects outdoor, to see the result of all the beautiful glazes. The result is nearly always a surprise, as it is not always easy to predict the outcome of Raku firing. That makes the process even more fun and delightful.
The history of Raku
The Raku technique is an ancient method of pottery creation. It was first discovered in the middle of the 15th century in Japan.
Raku ware was originally produced as tea bowls for tea ceremonies.