Wood Firing in Jingdezhen
Send your work to Jingdezhen for authentic wood firing
Natural ash effects, no artificial coloring
Every piece is one of a kind
Fired by experienced artisans in Jingdezhen
Rare wood firing opportunity in Canada
Canada – Jingdezhen Wood Firing Program
Presented by Hei Pottery
Hei Pottery proudly presents the Canada–Jingdezhen Wood Firing Program, connecting ceramic artists in Canada with the long-standing wood-firing tradition of Jingdezhen, China.
Through this program, artists, studios, and collectors across Canada can send their work to Jingdezhen for traditional wood firing—one of the most historically significant ceramic centers in the world.
This program creates a bridge between Canadian creators and experienced craftsmen in Jingdezhen, allowing participants to experience the unique beauty of wood firing, including natural ash deposits, flame markings, and organic surface textures that cannot be replicated by electric or gas kilns.
01｜Prepare Your Work
All pieces must be fully bisque fired before submission and made using high-fire clay suitable for wood firing.
Slightly thicker forms are recommended to improve durability during transport and firing.
Pieces that are not bisque fired will not be accepted.
02｜Send to Hei Pottery
Ship your work to Hei Pottery (Toronto).
Each piece will be carefully received and reviewed.
Shipping Address
Hei Pottery
105 Main St Unionville, Unit 3
Markham, ON L3R 2G3
Canada
Packing Guidelines
Please wrap each piece individually with bubble wrap and place in a sturdy box with sufficient padding.
Avoid direct contact between pieces.
Label each piece clearly with your name and contact information Important
Please contact us before shipping to confirm details.
03 – Inspection & Approval
Upon arrival, each piece will be carefully assessed by the Hei Pottery team to ensure it is suitable for wood firing.
Works that do not meet structural or firing requirements may not proceed.
Artists will be notified with detailed feedback and guidance on the next steps.
04 - Payment & Shipment
Following inspection and approval, the final details will be confirmed based on the size and quantity of the submitted works.
Payment instructions will then be provided.
If there are any discrepancies in size, we will contact you to review and adjust accordingly.
Once payment is confirmed, the works will be carefully prepared and shipped to Jingdezhen for wood firing.
05 — Wood Firing in Jingdezhen
Works are fired by an experienced team of kiln masters in Jingdezhen, ensuring careful handling throughout the entire process.
Flame and ash interact naturally with each piece, creating distinctive surface textures and variations that cannot be replicated.
Due to the natural and unpredictable nature of wood firing, pieces may undergo changes or damage during firing.
Minor damages will be carefully repaired where possible.
In the event of significant damage or unforeseen circumstances, the artist will be promptly notified to discuss next steps.
06 - Return to Canada
Once firing is complete, all works will be carefully returned to Hei Pottery in Toronto.
Artists will be notified upon arrival.
Works may be collected in person or shipped upon request.
We welcome submissions from artists across Canada.
To begin, please contact us to confirm your work and arrange the next steps.
Timeline Group Submissions Program Overview
The full process typically takes approximately 2–3 months from submission to return, including international shipping, kiln scheduling, wood firing, and return transport. Expedited options may be available upon request.
To support studio and collaborative submissions, the following discounts apply: 5–9 pieces — 10% off · 10–19 pieces — 15% off · 20+ pieces — 20% off. Discounts apply to works submitted together in a single shipment.
This program welcomes ceramic artists, studios, students, workshops, and collectors across Canada.
Hosted by Hei Pottery, Toronto, Canada — a ceramic studio dedicated to connecting artists, craft traditions, and international ceramic culture.
Inquire Now — Contact us to begin your submission.