Ashfall Mug
One of one 12–14 oz
$98
Cobalt wash, ash drift, warm sand pooling.
Marfa studio • wood-ash kiln • one of one
Stoneware shaped by desert fire.
Solana Vega throws and hand-builds stoneware in Marfa, then fires it with native mesquite and oak. Ash becomes glaze—each piece a singular record of flame, minerals, and time.
Quarterly collections
Custom tableware
Wood-ash fired
Ash-glaze unpredictability
Natural ash falls and melts in the kiln, creating unrepeatable patterns—cobalt flashes, sand tones, and mineral depth.
Functional + sculptural
Wheel-thrown tableware for daily use, plus select hand-built vessels that hold space like small desert monuments.
Desert rhythms
Intense making periods followed by contemplative firing cycles—collections release quarterly with the seasons.
Current release
The Seasonal Firing
A small run of tableware and vessels—each marked by ash drift, cobalt slip, and desert mineral bloom.
Strata Bowl
Food-safe 8–9 in
$140
Ash banding with ember freckles at the rim.
Cobalt Vessel
Sculptural ~11 in
$420
Ash veil over cobalt depth; iron-rich blush.
Note: prices shown are representative. Each piece is unique; availability changes as collections sell through.
Ways to work with the studio
Collect, commission, visit, or source.
Whether you’re building a daily table, outfitting a dining room, or curating a space, Kiln & Cobalt offers multiple paths—each grounded in craft and fire.
Shop
Quarterly collections
Small-batch drops of mugs, bowls, plates, and vessels—each with distinct ash patterns and mineral tones.
Custom
Commissions for restaurants & designers
Co-develop a set with authentic character—durable forms, consistent sizing, and the honest variation of wood-ash firing.
Studio
Studio visits in Marfa
See works in progress, learn how ash becomes glaze, and experience the pace of a firing cycle—by appointment.
Trade
Wholesale & trade sourcing
For shops, galleries, and hospitality groups seeking wood-fired tableware with a consistent voice—and meaningful variation.
From clay to ash-glaze
A process that invites the kiln to speak.
Forms begin on the wheel—refined for balance, weight, and daily use—then dry slowly in the desert air. Select pieces are hand-built for sculptural presence.
In the wood-ash kiln, mesquite and oak build heat and atmosphere. Ash drifts, lands, and vitrifies into glaze—creating the cobalt flashes and mineral pooling that make each piece unmistakably its own.
Throw & refine
Wheel-thrown silhouettes tuned for comfort: lips, rims, feet, and stackability.
Dry & bisque
Slow drying for strength; bisque firing sets the form before the kiln’s long conversation begins.
Slip & load
Cobalt accents and careful placement: where ash will fall matters as much as the flame path.
Wood fire
Mesquite and oak stoked through the cycle. Ash becomes glaze; heat writes the final surface.
In the wild
Loved at the table, trusted in service.
Pieces built for daily use—quietly resilient, with surfaces that reward close looking.
“The ash patterns are alive—every plate feels like a landscape. Our guests always ask.”
“Perfect balance: consistent forms with the right amount of variation. It reads handmade without feeling precious.”
“The mugs have become our daily ritual. The glaze catches morning light like stone.”
Next collection
Be ready when the kiln opens.
Collections are released quarterly and often sell quickly. For early access, commission timelines, or wholesale packets, reach out.
FAQ
A few quick answers.
Wood-ash surfaces are durable, but they’re also honest. Here’s what to expect—and where to go deeper.
Are the pieces food-safe?
Yes—functional wares are fired to stoneware temperatures and intended for daily use. See the care page for best practices.
Why does each piece look different?
In a wood-ash kiln, ash falls unpredictably and melts into glaze. Placement, flame path, and firing atmosphere create unique results.
Can you make a matched set?
Commissions focus on consistent forms and sizing, with natural surface variation. Start on the commissions page.