About company
ABOUT US
KJtools&glazes is a company based in Krakow, Poland, providing innovative solutions for the pottery community. We specialize in creating ready-to-use crystalline glazes that bring unique and stunning effects to ceramic pieces. Our glazes are crafted with a commitment to quality, offering potters on any level a unique, user-friendly option to enhance their ceramic creations.
Additionally, we manufacture high-quality tungsten carbide trimming tools, known for their exceptional durability and sharpness, which are essential for precise pottery work. With a network of distributors around the world, we ensure that our products are accessible to potters globally. Our founder, Kamil Janawa, has spent much of his pottery career focusing on making and improving glazes, driven by a passion for the craft. This deep experience informs our approach and commitment to quality. At KJtools&glazes, we continue to innovate, aiming to support the creativity and craftsmanship of ceramic artists everywhere.
Kamil Janawa
Founder
Kamil Janawa is the founder and owner of KJTOOLS&GLAZES, a company dedicated to providing potters with exceptional ceramic tools and innovative glazing solutions. With a lifelong passion for pottery, Kamil has spent years mastering the art of crystalline glazing, a technique renowned for its beauty and complexity.
His journey began at the age of 12, when he built his own pottery wheel and crafted his first pots. He then studied under some of the most respected pottery teachers across Europe, refining his skills and deepening his understanding of the craft. This extensive training enabled him to develop a unique line of ready-to-use crystalline glazes that are both high-quality and easy to apply, making this advanced technique accessible to potters of all skill levels.
Driven by a commitment to excellence and creativity, Kamil founded KJTOOLS&GLAZES to share his expertise with the broader ceramics community. His products reflect his dedication to precision and innovation, offering potters the tools they need to create truly distinctive and beautiful pieces.
Under Kamil’s leadership, KJTOOLS&GLAZES has become a trusted name in the ceramics industry. Many shops and potters around the world trust our products, benefiting from the reliable, professional-grade tools and glazes that elevate their work and inspire creativity.
Kamil throwing on his first handmade pottery wheel