{"title":"Chris Hawkins","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"C-1\"\u003eThe immediacy of the raku copper fuming process influences how I work; striving to create a balance between tightly thrown form and the unpredictability \u0026amp; vibrancy of the fumed copper surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"C-3\"\u003eI work from my studio which is set in 6 acres of woodland, it is an artist’s paradise having been largely left untouched with water meadows and ponds creating a haven for wildlife and is one of the inspirations for my creativity. The land runs along the banks of the river Tamar, a steep sided valley which serves as a border between Devon \u0026amp; Cornwall in the Southwest UK.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tamar Valley has a long mining history and is well known for its industrial heritage, parts of the valley are designated as a ‘Site of Special Scientific Interest’, it also sits in an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"C-4\"\u003eThe area has also been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Cornwall \u0026amp; West Devon Mining Landscape. My studio sits within 100m of a deep adit for ‘Ding Dong’ mine that was once mined for the same sort of minerals that I use in my glazes today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"white-raku-ceramic-teardrop-bottle","title":"White Raku Ceramic Teardrop Bottle","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"197\" data-start=\"135\"\u003eArtist: Chris Hawkins\u003cbr data-end=\"167\" data-start=\"164\"\u003eMedium\u003cstrong data-end=\"178\" data-start=\"167\"\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raku Ceramic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"372\" data-start=\"304\"\u003eSize\u003cstrong data-end=\"320\" data-start=\"304\"\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eW 13cm x H 23cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"343\" data-start=\"340\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"370\" data-start=\"343\"\u003eApprox. 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Chris's raku pots were featured in the first series of the 'Great Potter Throwdown'.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRaku is rapidly fired to around 1,000c, its then taken from the kiln whilst still red hot and held in the air until it starts to craze, it is placed into wood shavings and sawdust: these instantly combust and this reduction draws the metal in the glaze up to the surface creating the rich iridescent lustre seen on Chris's turquoise pots, burying the posts in burning sawdust is also what gives that distinctive wood smoke smell which dissipates over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe chance occurrence of raku means that no two pieces are the same.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCARE INSTRUCTIONS -\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRaku pots are low fired so care is needed handling them. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDO NOT use for foodstuffs or water. Like watercolour paintings, keep out of direct sunlight \u0026amp; damp conditions. Do not use abrasives during cleaning , use a soft brush or duster.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"432\" data-start=\"374\"\u003e0% Finance Available\u003cbr data-end=\"401\" data-start=\"398\"\u003eFree UK Mainland Delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"432\" data-start=\"374\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Certification \u0026amp; Documentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"686\" data-start=\"434\"\u003eYour artwork will be carefully packaged and fully insured for delivery.\u003cbr data-end=\"512\" data-start=\"509\"\u003eIf, for any reason, the piece isn’t quite right, you have\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e14 days to return it for a full refund or credit. \u003cem data-end=\"684\" data-start=\"624\"\u003e(Please refer to our Terms \u0026amp; Conditions for full details.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"999\" data-start=\"688\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"713\" data-start=\"688\"\u003eInternational Orders:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"716\" data-start=\"713\"\u003eBuyers outside the UK are welcome to purchase. A bespoke shipping quote will be provided via email after checkout and must be paid before dispatch.\u003cbr data-end=\"870\" data-start=\"867\"\u003eIf you’d like to receive a quote before purchasing, please contact us directly with your location and delivery details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1021\" data-start=\"1001\"\u003eHappy collecting ✨\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jarva Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52133791629645,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0903\/7745\/3901\/files\/Screenshot2025-07-23at15.27.07.png?v=1753280873"},{"product_id":"ethereal-column-ceramic-vessel","title":"Ethereal Column ceramic vessel","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist: Chris Hawkins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis striking sculptural vessel by ceramicist Chris Hawkins showcases the dramatic beauty of Raku copper firing. Rich metallic copper tones shift into iridescent flashes of crimson, violet and teal creating movement and depth. Atmospheric markings from, fire, oxidation and reduction are unique on every piece. No two pieces are alike, making each piece a unique original work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaku pots are low fired so care is needed when handling them. Care instructions are included. \u003cbr\u003eThis piece is purely sculptural and not intended for practical use. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEDIUM \u003c\/strong\u003e-Ceramic, Raku copper fired\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"372\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZE\u003c\/strong\u003e - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eW 11cm  x H 22cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"343\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"370\"\u003eApprox. 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