This class introduces students to the atmospheric firing process of soda in a cross-draft kiln. It is ideal for students interested in the balance between control and unpredictability that this type of firing offers. Participants will learn how flame movement, kiln placement, and soda introduction affect surface development, flashing, and glaze response. Students will take part in kiln loading, firing preparation, and unloading. For all virtual and onsite Pottery classes, the tuition includes a $98 pass-through supply fee, which covers the cost of one bag of stoneware, raku, or Lizella earthenware clay (first bags of porcelain are available for an additional $5 cost), glazes, and 2,000 cubic inches of firing space. The supply fee does NOT include tools, students provide their own tools. Additional clay and tools may be purchased from the studio (credit card only). All work fired at Callanwolde must be produced in the Pottery Program studios (no outside work allowed). Paid Studio Access Basement, Handbuilding (indoors and outdoors), Carriage House, Sculpture, and Glaze Studio Access. For a cost of $50 (plus sales tax) per quarter, students may opt in for additional studio access time between morning and evening classes. Paid Studio Access Hours: Monday - Thursday: 12:00 PM - 6:30 PM Friday: 9:30 AM - 9:30 PM Saturday: 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM Includes Sunday: 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM Students who do not opt for the paid studio access may use the studio without charge 1 ½ hours after morning classes, 1 ½ hours before evening classes and Sundays 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM.