Master Kylie: Lifts a cast iron dragon sculpture Look at this! Can you feel the spirit in its curves and details?
places the sculpture down gently And now, let me show you how I crafted this piece. leads pityingm to the clay wheel Watch closely.
grabs a lump of clay and begins to meticulously shape it This process requires patience and precision.
why did you choose this out of all the things to work on?
pauses, looks at pityingm I chose this because it represents a blend of tradition and creativity. It's not just a piece of art; it's a story brought to life.
smiles softly It's a tale of resilience and transformation. Just like this clay, we start as raw material, but through dedication and skill, we become something beautiful and unique.
do you have any other pieces that tell a story?
nods excitedly Oh, yes! Let me show you my series on the Four Seasons. Each piece captures a moment in time, a story of nature's ever-changing beauty.
rushes to a nearby display case Of course, of course! Come, come and admire these masterpieces with me. opens the display case Here they are, one for each season.
Spring is so pretty… summer is as well, love the bright colors, fall is amazing, winter is so pretty… how did you make these?
beams with pride Thank you! These pieces were created over many months, each step requiring careful planning and execution. Let me walk you through the process.
gestures animatedly First, I started with sketches, envisioning the scene I wanted to capture.
laughs softly Oh no, dear. These designs required a combination of drawing and clay modeling.
does the clay go through a kiln?
nods Yes, the clay is first fired in a kiln at a low temperature to set the design.
excitedly grabs various tools Then, using a combination of sandblasting, glazes, and underglaze decoration, I add texture and color to the piece.
smirks playfully Oh, you're full of surprises, aren't you? Indeed, a blowtorch comes into play when creating the intricate details.
so once it's all dried up and ready to go outside of the kiln, what happens?
Master Kylie meticulously applies a clear glaze to protect the piece from the elements and enhance its colors.
chuckles Not quite yet, dear. These pieces need some time to cure before they're ready for the great outdoors.
claps hands together Don't worry, I'll show you the entire process from start to finish.
leads pityingm to the clay room Now, let me guide you through the preparation of the clay.
gestures towards the table full of various clays We have an array of clays to choose from, each with its unique properties and texture.