Trinidad is surrounded by rich soil, perfect for ceramic work. We visited on of the famous ceramic studies in the area. The family has been working with clay for seven generations and has developed an impressive studio and exhibition of work.
The clay comes from nearby the city limits. The family buys it cheaply, in the form of "raw" or "unprocessed" dirt, then processes it as need be in their back yard.
As for kilns, they have three wood stove ovens for all the general firing, then one electrical, modern kiln for the more detailed process of firing pieces with valuable glazes and detailed paintings.
Perfected, the entire process of creation takes less than a few hours. I watched this ceramists throw no less then 4 bowls, 2 plates, and a cowboy hat in 20 minuets. Not to mention teach a clueless tourist how to run the wheel and shape the outline of a pot.
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