Smoke firing is an ancient method of firing raw clay into hard, durable pottery. At the same time, smoke firing is excellent for decorative effects. The sometimes unpredictable processes during firing allow countless variations, they encourage improvisation and experimentation and thus artistic creativity. "Rauchbrand" offers a comprehensive overview of the different interpretations and approaches of important contemporary ceramic artists. Jane Perryman explores her ideas, sources of inspiration and the meaning of her work. Magnificent pictures demonstrate what happened during the fire and present representative objects by the 29 artists represented from 17 different countries. In addition to the open field fire, barrel, pit, capsule and furnace fires are presented in detail. Finally, tips for smoke fires with groups in school lessons and workshops follow.

• Isbn 978-3-258-07352-1
• Ean 9783258073521
• Author Jane Perryman
• Editor Haupt Verlag
• Language de_CH