Okapi Calf - Raku Animal Sculpture Bennachie the elegant window appertures caught

the elegant window appertures caught my eye and just said "cheetah"

I fire my kiln every 4 to 6 weeks so if your Daft Dug is for a special occasion

This one is based on a recent jaunt

This helps ensure the glaze oxidises and gives greenish blue hues

We are all handmade so each has it's own individual character and our creator names us accordingly

Okapi Calf - Raku Animal Sculpture Bennachie the elegant window appertures caughtA rare animal from central Africa, the okapi is also known as the forest giraffe. It's striking colour and pattern make it a perfect subject for raku firing. This one is just a youngster and as such has a lovely compact shape. 40x35x20cm Raku firing gives a unique crackle glaze and soft smoky finish. All my ceramic sculptures are made by hand from clay so no two can ever be the same. They are then then twice fired before careful cleaning and