Note to Self
by Gina Trapani

How to turn rocks into porcelain by hand.  

(via) My favorite calm YouTube channel these days is Shanbai, a cameraman who films his nephew making beautiful objects in the Chinese countryside with simple tools using ancient methods. In this one, he starts with a basket of rocks and makes gorgeous porcelain cups using fire, water, and pressure.
The Color of Sky After Rain: Ru Celadon
The Color of Sky After Rain: Ru Celadon · youtube.com
The phrase "The color of sky after rain, where clouds break apart" was Emperor Huizong of Song's poetic praise for Ru kiln porcelain.
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