| Hahn-Pit Fired Ceramics by Aaron Habermann |
About the Artist:
Born and raised on Kaua'i, Aaron Habermann has been producing ceramic art for the last 15 years. His introduction to ceramics
at the University of Hawaii began a life long passion for creating "one of a kind" sculptures. All his work is signed "Hahn" in
honor of his Korean heritage, Hahn being his maternal family name.
About the Art:
At his home studio in Kalaheo, wheel thrown pieces are meticulously burnished by hand and bisque fired. They are then
brought to a firing pit adjacent to Salt Pond Beach Park. Hardwood Koa sawdust is spread across the floor of the pit and the
ceramic pieces are carefully arranged within. Hawaiian salt and seaweed are spread throughout the pit, as well as copper
carbonate and iron oxide. The pieces are then covered with a layer of hardwoods, such as Koa, Milo, and Ke'awe, and the
entire pit is covered with the driftwood. After sunset, the pit is lid and a raging bonfire burns for hours. The intense heat and
flames combine with the copper, iron , salts, seaweed and other organic materials to create the unique coloring and patterns
that make each piece special. The fire is allowed to burn throughout the night, and in the morning the pots are removed from
the pit to cool on the sand. Where the pieces were buried in sawdust, deep black markings are revealed. After cooling, the ash
is removed and the pieces are washed and dried in the sun. Finally, each piece is hand waxed to bring out the richness of the
colors and to help protect the surface.
Please, contact our art consultants to receive more information about Aaron's sculptures: info@poipufinearts.com
Born and raised on Kaua'i, Aaron Habermann has been producing ceramic art for the last 15 years. His introduction to ceramics
at the University of Hawaii began a life long passion for creating "one of a kind" sculptures. All his work is signed "Hahn" in
honor of his Korean heritage, Hahn being his maternal family name.
About the Art:
At his home studio in Kalaheo, wheel thrown pieces are meticulously burnished by hand and bisque fired. They are then
brought to a firing pit adjacent to Salt Pond Beach Park. Hardwood Koa sawdust is spread across the floor of the pit and the
ceramic pieces are carefully arranged within. Hawaiian salt and seaweed are spread throughout the pit, as well as copper
carbonate and iron oxide. The pieces are then covered with a layer of hardwoods, such as Koa, Milo, and Ke'awe, and the
entire pit is covered with the driftwood. After sunset, the pit is lid and a raging bonfire burns for hours. The intense heat and
flames combine with the copper, iron , salts, seaweed and other organic materials to create the unique coloring and patterns
that make each piece special. The fire is allowed to burn throughout the night, and in the morning the pots are removed from
the pit to cool on the sand. Where the pieces were buried in sawdust, deep black markings are revealed. After cooling, the ash
is removed and the pieces are washed and dried in the sun. Finally, each piece is hand waxed to bring out the richness of the
colors and to help protect the surface.
Please, contact our art consultants to receive more information about Aaron's sculptures: info@poipufinearts.com
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