An important part of my practice is glaze research and testing. I’m deeply interested in how glaze chemistry, firing temperature, and material combinations influence surface, color, and texture.

This area of ceramics is vast and continually evolving, and I approach it as an ongoing, long-term study.

I regularly test and document glaze recipes, exploring finishes that range from glossy to matte, and surfaces that respond differently depending on form and firing. Small adjustments in oxides, minerals, or application can dramatically change a result, and this unpredictability is part of what draws me to the process.

Much of my research is informed by established glaze literature, including The Complete Guide to Mid-Range Glazes by John Britt. To date, I have tested and documented over 100 glaze variations, building a growing reference library that informs both my functional and sculptural work.

This commitment to glaze development allows surface to play an active role in each piece, ensuring that color and texture are not decorative additions, but integral parts of the form itself.

~ Kerry