DENIS DI LUCA
Denis Di Luca is an Italian ceramic artist based in Urbino, best known for his expertise in Raku and Naked Raku techniques. With a background in industrial design, Di Luca blends traditional firing methods with contemporary form, creating ceramics that highlight the unpredictable beauty of fire and smoke. His work is characterized by refined surfaces, organic textures, and the raw elegance of alternative firing processes. A passionate educator, he shares his knowledge through international workshops and online courses, inspiring a new generation of ceramic artists.
Denis Di Luca festival program
Thursday August 20
FIRE STAGE – 10:30-18:30
Morning: Decoration of bisque-fired pieces (spraying glaze) and introduction to the Raku technique
Afternoon: One full Raku firing (mixed small and large pieces)
Final reveal and discussion
Friday August 21
FIRE STAGE – 10:30-18:30
Morning: Application of resist slip and glaze, explanation of Naked Raku process
Afternoon: One complete Naked Raku firing
Cleaning and presentation of finished pieces
Saturday August 22
FIRE STAGE – 10:30-18:30
One firing combining Raku and Naked Raku works
Public commentary on differences in preparation and results
Pieces in different sizes and forms
Sunday August 23
FIRE STAGE – 10:30-18:30
Final mixed Raku/Naked Raku firing
Open dialogue with public, final results reveal, and closing of the 4-day series