TMC | BlogWatch this Step-by-Step Guide to Glazing Pottery Using Hot Wax
One of the technique’s we use when glazing pottery, is using hot wax as a resist. By creating a barrier with hot wax potters can achieve contrasting lines and boundaries on their pottery pieces
In this step-by-step guide, we will explore t… Read More “Watch this Step-by-Step Guide to Glazing Pottery Using Hot Wax”
The joys of throwing on the wheel can sometimes be disrupted when it goes pear shape, its common and no matter how hard you try it will always happen from time to time 😂
It’s a good thing! It can be a good learning experience and will also give you more experience with how clay works.
Some tips:
1. Sto… Read More “Why You Should Fix Wheel Throwing Blunders”
Now this design is a LOT of fun to do. It’s not super hard but very rewarding!
Bowls are probably one of the most functional pieces you can make and can always serve a purpose for something, so to be able to throw you own is always a bonus.
Some tips for throwing your own:
1. Get that clay centre: Gett… Read More “Making a nice big bowl today! Maybe for some ramen? ”
The Final 100°C before reaching the peak temperature in glaze firing is a crucial stage that holds immense importance. It is during this segment that the glaze on pottery undergoes significant changes, making it essential to pay meticulous attention to this phase.
The programmed ramp employed by pott… Read More “The Importance of reaching Temperature”
Improving Glaze Results: Controlling Thickness
Achieving optimal glaze results requires careful control of glaze thickness. Both excessively thick and thin glazes can lead to issues such as crawling, running glazes, and inadequate coverage, affecting the durability and functionality of the glaz… Read More “How To Improve Glaze Results”
Crafting a ruffled clay bowl is a delightful artistic pursuit. Here’s a concise guide to creating one:
You’ll need: Clay, Mould, Template, Bisque ruffle tool, Mud tool, Scoring tool, Slip.
Step 1: Wedge your clay for consistency & to remove air bubbles. You can view our blog post on how to wedge c… Read More “How to Hand Build a Ruffled Bowl”
Todays video is about wedging clay!
When wedging clay for the pottery wheel, here are some pointers to keep in mind:
1. Cutting the required amount of clayCut a chunk of clay from your bag or block using a wire cutter. The amount you cut will depend on the size of your project.
2. Preparing your cl… Read More “How To Wedge Pottery Clay”In this short video, we explore the essential tools used in wheel throwing.
From the pottery wheel itself, which spins the clay, to bats and bat pins that secure the clay for easy removal. Trimming tools help shape and refine the forms, while ribs compress and smooth the clay’s surface. Sponges… Read More “Wheel Throwing Tools”
To create a black cone 6 pottery glaze, we follow these steps. We gather and weigh the necessary ingredients: fluxes (Feldspar, Calcium, and Magnesium), a stabiliser (Alumina from clay), a glass former (Silica), a boron source (Frit), and colorants (Cobalt Carbonate and Red Iron Oxide).
We begin by w… Read More “How we make a Black Cone 6 Pottery Glaze”
Seamus is showing you how he makes slip casts using a plaster mould he made last weekend
Some tips for slip casting below!:
1. Prepare the Mould: Make sure your plaster mould is clean and free from any debris or previous residue. Use a soft brush to clean out any dust or particles that may inter… Read More “How We Slip Cast Tumblers”