GLOST Glaze Artisanal Ceramic Glazes and Material Research

GLOST Glaze is a London-based artisanal brand and studio founded by artist and ceramics teacher Elena Gileva. With nearly two decades of experience in material investigation, Gileva established GLOST Glaze as a hub for the production, teaching, and research of ceramic glazes. The name itself is inspired by the 'glost firing' process, where raw materials are transformed under extreme heat and pressure to create unique, inspiring, and often otherworldly results. The studio's practice is deeply rooted in the dialogue between scientific understanding and artistic expression. This is exemplified in projects like GROUNDWORKS, an exhibition that examines the fundamental relationship between raw minerals and ceramic creation, offering insight into contemporary sustainable practices and circular approaches to industrial waste. GLOST Glaze offers a curated selection of small-batch brush-on glazes and conducts hands-on workshops focused on glaze chemistry and methodology. Based in Peckham, the studio serves a community of contemporary makers, providing them with the tools and technical knowledge to push the limits of their ceramic work. Through meticulous batch testing and geological exploration, GLOST Glaze continues to innovate within the rich world of glaze making, balancing process and outcome in every creation.