We would like to thank Stephan Roy for contacting us and welcome him into the extended ahgupuk.com family.

Roy’s biography

Stephan Roy was introduced to the art and fun of ceramics at the age of 12. With the support of his family, Stephan continued his art and was recognized by winning several grants, scholarships and awards in his early teens.

During this time he was fortunate enough to study under knowledgeable ceramic artists, including Chris Cox, Richard White, Thomas Gaines, Fred Olsen and Paul Soldner.

Stephan’s work is now shown in museums and galleries around the world. Working with companies like Smithsonian, Coldwater Creek and Harry & David’s to mention a few has pushed him to constantly break the boundaries and create new and exciting pieces.

He looks forward to sharing a piece of his he’art’ with you.

Art style

Raku is a traditional art form originated in Japan in the 16th century. The term Raku is derived from the family name of potters credited with the development of low-fired earthenware bowls and other implements used in the contemplative zen tea ceremony

The firing process is very dramatic and intuitive. The work is fired between 1500 and 1900 degrees. Immediately thereafter, the kiln is opened and the work is removed. It is then placed in a pit of pin needles and leaves which ignites an explosion of flames. It undergoes a radical transformation, while smoking and reducing wildly. This technique produces the vibrant colors and crackles.

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