Shaler Area students introduced to ancient art of Raku

Tribune-Review | Saturday, May 4, 2019 1:30 a.m.

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Senior Maizi Wohlgemuth removes a fired piece of pottery during a lesson in the Raku firing process at Shaler Area High School.

Shaler Area students had the opportunity to take part in a lesson on the ancient art of Raku. By using a kiln, students created different types of pottery using time-honored techniques that have origins that can be traced back to 14th century Japan.