info
Lava Enameller
The lava enameller
is both a stonework specialist and a master of kiln-fired arts. Using traditional techniques, they apply enamel to the surface of lava stone. In this way, they create enamelled lava pieces — one-offs or series productions — for the fields of art craftsmanship, furniture, urban design and industry.
Share
Training
Responsibilities
The profession of lava enameller
in
Lava enameller: training
IMAPEC, formerly the Volvic School of Architecture, was founded in 1820 by the Count of Chabrol de Volvic while he was Prefect of the Seine.
Several generations of stone-trade specialists have been trained there. The school provides vocational training in disciplines such as stone cutting, stone engraving and sculpture, and lava enamelling. It is currently the only place where this last discipline is taught.
The profession of lava enameller requires highly specialised know-how and extensive expertise in the technique of lava enamelling. A lava enameller must master the preparation of lava stone, enamel mixing and kiln firing in order to guarantee the quality and durability of the finished pieces.
Lava enameller: responsibilities and qualities
– handling and preparing the lava stone
– selecting, preparing and applying enamels
– kiln firing, including programming the kiln, loading and unloading
– checking that the final result meets the required quality standards and specifications
– managing techniques, resources and stock
– preparing quotations and invoices, as well as filing and record-keeping
– sales and communication
The key qualities required are:
– being hands-on, organised and meticulous
– having an artistic sensitivity
– being endlessly passionate
The profession of lava enameller
The profession of
lava enameller
belongs to the world of art craftsmanship. This expertise is often sought after to create authentic pieces, produced using time-honoured artisanal methods, offering wide possibilities for customisation as well as unquestionable technical qualities.
Enamelled lava: our expertise
