CrystalPots

Crystalline Glazed Porcelain

Santa Barbara, California On Etsy since 2013

129 Sales | 5 out of 5 stars

CrystalPots

Crystalline Glazed Porcelain

Santa Barbara, California | 129 Sales

5 out of 5 stars

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About CrystalPots

Sales 129
On Etsy since 2013
  • Ronalee Herrmann throwing large, and a glaze sample showing the detail of macro and micro crystals.
  • Glaze sample, and Alfred Stolken and his brother Walter sanding the raw vases before the bisque firing.
  • Glaze sample of a reduction fired copper red, and carved raw pieces drying before the bisque firing.
  • Alfred Stolken applying multiple glazes to a bisqued vase, preparing many pieces for the glaze load.
  • Alfred Stolken designed and built our hybrid electric/gas car kiln, capable of reaching 2400*F.

Interpreting Natural Form through Crystalline Glazed Porcelain

Being inspired by nature, we interpret natural form through crystalline glazed porcelain. We focus on the delicate and fragile, choosing porcelain clay for it's fine grain, translucency and strength. Ronalee throws her forms on the wheel, making larger pieces in sections. She alters some pieces while wet, or attaches sculptural additions at the leather hard stage, or carves to emphasize the delicacy of the material. Alfred applies crystalline, celadon, and other non-crystalline glazes to enhance the individuality of each piece. The final accomplishment is a successful firing to about 2400*F.

We are dedicated to experimentation and innovation, with the eternal optimism it seems only potters possess. We have researched a variety of materials that promote and effect crystallization. A computer controls the firing process, stores and performs glaze calculations, although most knowledge is empirical. In addition, we are challenged by issues beyond craftsmanship and concerned with artistic growth. In the past decades our work has undergone change- both in technique and expression, but our goal remains: to create beauty in form, surface, and decoration.

Shop members

  • Ronalee Herrmann

    Owner, Maker, Designer, Potter, Partner

    We work together, and it's a great partnership. I majored in Fine Art, and my ceramics work led us to focus on crystalline glazed porcelain in 1983. We love the challenge, and brainstorming together. Mostly I throw and carve; he glazes and fires.

  • Alfred Stolken

    Maker, Designer, Potter, Partner

    After Alfred's many years running a construction business, we started our partnership in clay. His attention to detail and the technical aspects have contributed to the successful creation of one-of-a-kind crystalline glazed porcelain vases.

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Last updated on November 27, 2016
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Returns and exchanges
Any vase that does not meet the purchaser's expectations may be refunded in full within 30 days. Return must be received in it's original condition. We suggest reusing the packaging, or equivalent for safe transit. Return shipping and insurance charges are the purchaser's responsibility.
Payment
We accept major credit cards and PayPal. Sales tax is included in the price shown, we pay it for Californians.
Shipping
We usually ship via USPS Priority mail or United Parcel Service ground, and only in the contiguous US. Pieces may be shipped to Alaska and Hawaii, but at additional shipping cost. Any piece over $250 must get a signature at delivery as per our Etsy agreement.
Additional policies and FAQs
Purchase includes a description of the process, a biography of the artists, and a small packet of "Collector's Hold" putty.