Potter Hanif Galwani (centre) at an earliar workshop

OBVARA firing is believed to have originated in Eastern Europe in the 12th century. The technique, which involves scalding the finish on the pottery, was originally used to seal the clay. Today, it is popular owing to the beautiful crackled effect it creates on the surface. If you’d like to learn how to create your own Obvara-fired pots, sign up for a two-day workshop at Space118, which will be conducted by potter Hanif Galwani.