11/08/2026
Obvara firing is one of the most unpredictable techniques in ceramics
The piece is pulled red-hot from the kiln and plunged straight into a fermented flour batter, then cooled in water. The heat and starch react instantly, searing organic, smoky patterns into the surface. No glaze. No two results ever the same.
Watch one of our students bring this ancient Slavic technique to life at Zeventien. 🏺