Gourd Flower Vase in Nebular Purple, 9.75"h (Ben Owen III) Multi-Layered Glaze Series the salt will brighten the

the salt will brighten the color and create more blue-green hues with random small crystals on the surface

This creates a completely individualistic piece

With experimentation

The presence of titanium- and zinc-rich ingredients promote crystal development

The glaze is applied by carefully airbrushing multiple layers of complementary glazes

Gourd Flower Vase in Nebular Purple, 9.75"h (Ben Owen III) Multi-Layered Glaze Series the salt will brighten theThis vase is a result of Bens influence from shapes and forms in nature. With an organic, from the Earth feel, this Gourd Flower Vase fuses modernity with tradition. The gourd design is a form that Bens grandfather made as well. The curvature of the vase provides a lovely accent for the wood fired micro crystal growth. The Nebular Purple is a recent creation from experimenting with cobalt glazes in the wood kiln. The slow cooling of the kiln creates