A Kindled Spirit
AnnMarie coined the phrase "Kindled Spirit" for those like her, the ceramicists with a passion for claying with fire. These folks find each other across the globe, sharing knowledge, experience, woes, and good times.
Wood-FiringIt takes a team of people all day (or many days) to load the kiln, taking into careful consideration how each pot is stacked on or near another in the hopes of capturing ideal flame impressions and ash accumulation. Then the kiln is fired for 30-50 hours--or more--depending on the kind of kiln. The kiln is always attended, and stoked around the clock. It's an intense, but worthwhile process that produces unique work and outstanding friendships. |
Ann Marie's heart belongs to wood-firing.
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In 2021, AnnMarie began building a wood kiln with friends in Bellingham, Washington. The group completed and successfully fired their Coyote Kiln in June of 2023. Many more frequent wood-firings lie ahead!
It takes a lot of work to prep the wood and kiln for firing. Teamwork makes the dream work, as they say. Wood-firing is very much a community effort. When you have fun working together, you hardly notice you're soaked through and standing ankle-deep in mud.
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Introduced to wood-firing in 2013 at the Smoke Farm Train Kiln, AnnMarie quickly developed a deep affection for atmospheric firing. Her passion for wood-firing has brought great adventures and the dearest friendships into her life.
Ayla Mullen, Amy Popelka, Erica Davidson, Jeremy Noet, Brecken Stockmar & AnnMarie Cooper at the Coyote Kiln
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Stoke On!
