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This creates a completely individualistic piece.  A unique texture is created when the piece is fired in the wood kiln over multiple days due to a thick ash accumulation from the natural wood-burning process.  This Natural Ash glaze is complemented by Ben Owen III’s Copper Penny glaze.  The Copper Penny glaze is applied to the surface of the piece prior to being placed inside the wood kiln.  Unusual micro-crystals formed on the surface of the piece from the natural mineral in the clay interacting with the natural ash accumulation from the wood used to fire the kiln.  \u003cbr\u003e   This Melon Egg vase is functional for fresh floral arrangements.  We hope that you enjoy your handmade, one-of-a-kind wood-fired microcrystalline vase!  Measuring 6”w x 8.5”h. \u003cbr\u003ePlease Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Ash Glaze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   The Natural Ash Glaze is 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A conversation piece, for sure.  Measuring 6”w x 12.25\"h.\u003cbr\u003ePlease Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e   The Patina Green Glaze was first developed by Ben III, in the early 1990s while in college at East Carolina, as a glossy forest green made from the pigment copper.  When testing the glaze in the wood kilns back home at the family pottery, the results were strikingly different with many variations of color and surface.  If fired in the wood kiln with no salt added to the firing, the color will be a darker green with small crystals on the surface.  If finished in a wood and salt firing, the salt will brighten the color and create more blue-green hues with random small crystals on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThis piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (2025).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41390560772151,"sku":"Ben Owen III","price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/files\/IMG_6182.jpg?v=1749240144"},{"product_id":"combed-pitcher-in-ash-glaze-11-5h-ben-owen-iii","title":"Combed Pitcher in Ash Glaze, 11.5\"h (Ben Owen III)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e   A great pitcher for serving any special occasion or dinner.  Also, the perfect backdrop for a fresh or dried floral arrangement.  \u003cbr\u003e   The natural tones are a result of a mix of iron and mica in the clay along with ash accumulation from a 40-hour+ wood firing.  A delight!  Dishwasher-safe.  Measuring 7.25\"l x 7.25\"w x 11.5\"h.\u003cbr\u003ePlease Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e   The Natural Ash Glaze is produced by relying on the wood-firing process as the glazing agent.  Most pieces dedicated to this glaze are placed in the kiln with little or no glaze applied to the exterior.  During the firing process, the wood is occasionally stirred in the firebox to give flight to the flakes of ash produced during the firing.  When these small flakes become airborne, they cling to the exposed areas of the pots and accumulate over a period of time.  As the kiln reaches about 2300 degrees Fahrenheit, the wood ash will liquefy and begin to run down the side of the pots, as if one had poured honey on the vase.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (2024). \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41390588264503,"sku":"Ben Owen III","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/files\/IMG_2771.jpg?v=1732641980"},{"product_id":"small-textured-dish-2-in-cloud-blue-4-5dia-juliana-owen","title":"Small Textured Dish #2 in Cloud Blue, 5.75\"dia. 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glaze but fired in the back of a salt glaze groundhog kiln where salt is added to the firing at the very end.  The sodium in the salt reacts similarly to the way bleach works on clothing by bleaching the iron-rich glaze creating an olive green to mustard-colored finish with a glossy surface.  \u003cbr\u003e   Historically, Ben III’s family and many other potters in the Seagrove area became aware of natural clay from Albany, NY (known as Albany Slip) that could be used as a glaze by itself to produce this type of finish with the addition of salt thrown in the kiln at the end of the firing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade by Ben Owen Sr. circa the 1960s.  Stamped \"Master Potter Ben Owen\".\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41830148800567,"sku":"Ben Owen Sr.","price":285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/files\/IMG_7944.jpg?v=1755293640"},{"product_id":"faceted-bottle-in-patina-green-h-ben-owen-iii","title":"Faceted Bottle in Patina Green, 9.5\"h (Ben Owen III)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"margin: 0in 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e   Bottles have been a favorite of Ben’s forms on the potter’s wheel.  The Patina Green finish can resemble moss growing along the surface of a tree trunk or a weathered copper roof.  This form works well for displaying the artistic Patina Green finish.  Micro-crystals have formed on the surface of the piece during the slow cooling of the kiln and give a unique shimmer to the surface.  Measuring 5.5\"w x 9.5”h.  \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatina Green\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   The Patina Green Glaze was first developed by Ben III, in the early 1990s while in college at East Carolina, as a glossy forest green made from the pigment copper.  When testing the glaze in the wood kilns back home at the family pottery, the results were strikingly different with many variations of color and surface.  If fired in the wood kiln with no salt added to the firing, the color will be a darker green with small crystals on the surface.  If finished in a wood and salt firing, the salt will brighten the color and create more blue-green hues with random small crystals on the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"margin: 0in 0in 12.0pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eThis piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (1997) and is part of our \"Pots From the Past\" release.  A lovely NC treasure!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41836956778551,"sku":"Ben Owen III","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/files\/IMG_7939.jpg?v=1755720624"},{"product_id":"flair-bowl-in-mulberry-11dia-ben-owen-iii","title":"Flair Bowl in Mulberry, 11\"dia. (Ben Owen III)","description":"\u003cp\u003e   Serving bowls have been a part of the home setting for thousands of years.  Offering guests, family, or friends a treat or special food dish has been a long-standing tradition across many cultures that continues today.  This style of bowl is influenced by flair bowls seen in early styles of Korean pottery.  The low profile makes a great centerpiece on a table with a pottery or glass decorative arrangement.  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFresh flowers floating in water within this bowl also provides a welcomed visual offering to visitors in your home or office.  \u003cbr\u003e   This Flair Bowl reveals many of the great qualities of the Mulberry glaze surface and will become a cherished conversation piece.  There is an option to hang this bowl on a wall, as well, if the base is wrapped with an attached cable.  The bowl may also be positioned in a bowl stand for display.  We do have an assortment of acrylic stands available through our Online Store.  Dishwasher- and microwave-safe.  Measuring 11”dia. x \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e3.75”h.\u003cbr\u003ePlease Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMulberry Glaze\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   The Mulberry Glaze is made with a blend of copper pigments.  In a clean-burning atmosphere, a copper glaze will finish light to dark green depending on the amount of copper.  When the kiln is adjusted to burn with more fuel than oxygen, carbon will build up in the kiln chamber and will be absorbed into the clay and glaze.  At a temperature of 1600°F and higher, the carbon will begin to affect the copper in the glaze and produce a red finish.  This glaze matures at 2250°F.  The timing and duration of the firing are critical in achieving a burgundy to wine-red finish.  If there is not enough carbon present, a light green to white finish will result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e This piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with year made (1999), and, is part of our \"Pots From the Past\" release.  A beautiful, unique addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41840330145847,"sku":"Pots From The Past","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/files\/IMG_7917_485ba74b-8418-45d6-96a4-33b4dde12fcb.jpg?v=1755891292"},{"product_id":"pitcher-2-in-salt-and-ash-glazes-6-75h-silas-bradley","title":"Pitcher #2 in Salt and Ash Glazes, 6.75\"h (Silas Bradley)","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e   Crafted by hand, this distinctive pitcher merges salt and ash glazes into a uniquely textured surface that tells its own story and serves equally well pouring beverages or commanding attention as sculptural décor.  The interplay of natural glazing techniques creates visual depth that draws the eye, while its functional form makes it a practical addition to any table.  For collectors and home enthusiasts seeking pieces that blend artisanal skill with everyday utility, this pitcher delivers both substance and style—a conversation starter that proves beautiful objects can work harder than they look.  Dishwasher- and microwave-safe.  Measuring 5.5\"l x 4.5\"w x 6.75\"h.\u003cbr\u003ePlease Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSalt Glaze\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   Salt Glaze was first discovered by German potters in the late 14\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century.  Due to the high firing temperatures, stoneware clays are required.  The pieces can be handled and decorated with clay slips of many different colors, or, glazed partially with Cobalt Blue Glaze.  The surface may resemble the texture of an orange peel.  This was an early glaze used by settlers during the 19\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century in the Seagrove area.  Many of the pieces Ben makes in Salt Glaze are functional, even the more decorative large-scale pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAsh Glaze\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   Ash glazes allow us to “let the kiln be the paintbrush” by relying on the wood-firing process as the glazing agent.  Most pieces dedicated to Ash glazing are placed in the kiln with little to no glaze applied to the exterior.  During the firing process, the wood is stirred occasionally in the firebox to give flight to the flakes of ash that are produced during the firing.  Airborne flakes cling to the exposed areas of the pot and accumulate over time.  As the kiln reaches 2300° Fahrenheit, the accumulated ashes begin to melt and form a natural glaze.  When the wood-burning kiln is heated to over 2400°, the wood ash liquefies and runs down the side of the pot like honey.  \u003cbr\u003e   Ash may also be layered over other glazes.  For example, when Ben was in college, he was introduced to a spraying technique using an air-driven spray gun that some potters use to build up layers of glazes on the clay surface.  With some experimenting, he was able to create a variety of finishes using accents of 3 to 4 different colors.  A glaze made from ash can be used as a top coat to blend or bleach the underlying colors.  Some finishes are a base of an iron yellow with cobalt blue or copper green covering.  Other colors of orange to silver can develop from the colors overlapping.  No two pieces are exactly alike.  Ben frequently places these in the wood kiln to accentuate the colors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eSilas Bradley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e    An apprentice at Ben Owen Pottery since August 2025, Silas crafts a variety of wares for the Tableware Collection.  In addition to crafting work for the Pottery, Silas continues to create his own ware, focusing on stoneware pieces rendered unique through the raw unpredictability of atmospheric firings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003eA native North Carolinian, Silas Bradley grew up in Clinton and discovered his passion for clay at a young age.  Beginning his first apprenticeship at age 16 in Burgaw, NC, Silas immersed himself in the world of clay.  This time exposed him to a wide variety of methods and techniques that sparked the development of Silas’ own voice in clay.  Having worked in Texas and Montana making pots, Silas settled back in his home state to work further with the practices and traditions of Seagrove.\u003cbr\u003e   Silas is part of a new generation of North Carolina potters, eager to converse with longstanding traditions of craftsmanship while paving the way for new creations; with deep respect for tradition, Silas crafts pieces that evoke history and practice.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eCreating honest forms that are both familiar and new, \u003cbr\u003eSilas attempts to write a further line in the continuing story of North Carolina clay.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eThis piece is hand-signed by Silas Bradley (either “Silas” or “Silas Bradley”).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41986283241527,"sku":"Silas Bradley","price":148.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/files\/IMG_9381.jpg?v=1763065965"},{"product_id":"covered-jar-in-patina-green-11-5h-ben-owen-iii","title":"Covered Jar in Patina Green, 10\"h (Ben Owen III)","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e   A great result from the recent wood firing on this Covered Jar.  The Patina Green finish can resemble moss growing along the surface of a tree trunk or a weathered copper roof, this form works well for displaying the artistic Patina Green finish.  This glaze is a blend of a copper glaze and the natural ash accumulation from the wood firing process.  Micro-crystals have formed on the surface of the piece during the slow cooling of the kiln.  Measuring 6.75”w x 10”h.  \u003cbr\u003ePlease Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePatina Green\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   The Patina Green Glaze was first developed by Ben III, in the early 1990s while in college at East Carolina, as a glossy forest green made from the pigment copper.  When testing the glaze in the wood kilns back home at the family pottery, the results were strikingly different with many variations of color and surface.  If fired in the wood kiln with no salt added to the firing, the color will be a darker green with small crystals on the surface.  If finished in a wood and salt firing, the salt will brighten the color and create more blue-green hues with random small crystals on the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (2025).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42003666108471,"sku":"Ben Owen III","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/files\/IMG_0451.jpg?v=1764444546"},{"product_id":"hourglass-carved-flower-vase-in-nebular-purple-h-ben-owen-iii","title":"Hourglass Carved Flower Vase in Nebular Purple, 11.25\"h (Ben Owen III)","description":"\u003cp\u003e   The Nebular Purple glaze is a recent creation from experimenting with cobalt glazes in the wood kiln.  The slow-cooling of the kiln creates the light purple micro-crystals along the surface.  The melon lines reflect the influence that nature has on Ben III's designs.  After turning the vase, the piece is left to dry to a semi-set stage.  Then, a tool is used to make the lines into the clay.  A beautiful accent to a special handmade vase.  Measuring 5.75\"w x 11.25\"h.\u003cbr\u003ePlease Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNebular Purple\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   Ben Owen III developed the Nebular Purple wood-fired microcrystalline series over several years.  The Nebular Purple glaze is a recent creation from experimenting with cobalt glazes in the wood kiln.  The slow cooling of the kiln creates micro-crystals on the surface.  The outcomes resemble majestic nebular formations telescopic images portray.    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e   To achieve this rare find, the wood kiln temperature is meticulously controlled as it rises AND as it falls, to encourage micro-crystal growth at specific temperatures and render this stunning final product.  We hope you enjoy this one-of-a-kind glaze!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis piece is hand-signed by Ben Owen III with the year made (2025).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ben Owen Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42003675349047,"sku":"Ben Owen III","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/8692\/3575\/files\/694F35B1-C45D-4825-986C-46E845F241D1_1_201_a.jpg?v=1779898703"},{"product_id":"ringed-jug-in-salt-and-ash-glazes-11-75h-silas-bradley","title":"Ringed Jug in Salt and Ash Glazes, 11.75\"h (Silas Bradley)","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003eThis distinctive Pitcher in Salt and Ash Glazes, inspired by the beauty of nature, harmoniously blends traditional craftsmanship with modern design.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003eBring a cozy ambiance and subtle rustic elegance to any room with this classic and stylish jug.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eIdeal for storing or serving your favorite cool beverages, this jug adds an elegant, artisanal touch to any table setting.  Measuring 7\"dia x 11.75\"h.\u003cbr\u003ePlease Note: What appear to be white spots on the surface are reflections from photo lighting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSalt Glaze\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   Salt Glaze was first discovered by German potters in the late 14\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century.  Due to the high firing temperatures, stoneware clays are required.  The pieces can be handled and decorated with clay slips of many different colors, or, glazed partially with Cobalt Blue Glaze.  The surface may resemble the texture of an orange peel.  This was an early glaze used by settlers during the 19\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century in the Seagrove area.  Many of the pieces Ben makes in Salt Glaze are functional, even the more decorative large-scale pots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAsh Glaze\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e   Ash glazes allow us to “let the kiln be the paintbrush” by relying on the wood-firing process as the glazing agent.  Most pieces dedicated to Ash glazing are placed in the kiln with little to no glaze applied to the exterior.  During the firing process, the wood is stirred occasionally in the firebox to give flight to the flakes of ash that are produced during the firing.  Airborne flakes cling to the exposed areas of the pot and accumulate over time.  As the kiln reaches 2300° Fahrenheit, the accumulated ashes begin to melt and form a natural glaze.  When the wood-burning kiln is heated to over 2400°, the wood ash liquefies and runs down the side of the pot like honey.  \u003cbr\u003e   Ash may also be layered over other glazes.  For example, when Ben was in college, he was introduced to a spraying technique using an air-driven spray gun that some potters use to build up layers of glazes on the clay surface.  With some experimenting, he was able to create a variety of finishes using accents of 3 to 4 different colors.  A glaze made from ash can be used as a top coat to blend or bleach the underlying colors.  Some finishes are a base of an iron yellow with cobalt blue or copper green covering.  Other colors of orange to silver can develop from the colors overlapping.  No two pieces are exactly alike.  Ben frequently places these in the wood kiln to accentuate the colors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eSilas Bradley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e    An apprentice at Ben Owen Pottery since August 2025, Silas crafts a variety of wares for the Tableware Collection.  In addition to crafting work for the Pottery, Silas continues to create his own ware, focusing on stoneware pieces rendered unique through the raw unpredictability of atmospheric firings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003eA native North Carolinian, Silas Bradley grew up in Clinton and discovered his passion for clay at a young age.  Beginning his first apprenticeship at age 16 in Burgaw, NC, Silas immersed himself in the world of clay.  This time exposed him to a wide variety of methods and techniques that sparked the development of Silas’ own voice in clay.  Having worked in Texas and Montana making pots, Silas settled back in his home state to work further with the practices and traditions of Seagrove.\u003cbr\u003e   Silas is part of a new generation of North Carolina potters, eager to converse with longstanding traditions of craftsmanship while paving the way for new creations; with deep respect for tradition, Silas crafts pieces that evoke history and practice.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eCreating honest forms that are both familiar and new, \u003cbr\u003eSilas attempts to write a further line in the continuing story of North Carolina clay.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; 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