is an ancient method of firing 
used by numerous cultures 
throught the world.
First the pots are 
rubbed and burnished 
with a smooth object 
such as a stone or spoon 
three times 
over a period of days.
Then they are loaded 
into a dug out pit 
and fired with 
dried cow dung 
and wood scraps, 
achieving a low temperature eggshell finish 
that is colored by 
the fire and smoke.
 

Pitfired pottery 
is neither 
water tight nor food safe, 
yet creates 
a beautiful piece 
of decorative art work.
Vases can be used 
by placing
a water tight container 
inside the pitfired vase.