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Well this was a experiment that actually went very well! I used a temmoku glaze on the inside of the vase as a liner glaze, mainly to see if the contrast between the blue outside glaze and the black inside glaze would look good in a finished piece
I also experimented with adding pink and green to th… Read More “Gaze Day!”
Use these next time you make a pot.
Sprig Mould Making:
Elevate your pottery with Sprig Mould Making! Craft unique textures using plant sprigs, transforming ordinary pieces into extraordinary works of art.
Simply press sprigs into wet clay, imprinting organic shapes onto the surface. Then, … Read More “Turn These Plant Sprigs Into Studio Moulds”
One of the more adventurous tests I’ve done with a pot! I had no idea if the Temmoku would work simply because of hoe old the glaze was, dad made up the glaze as a test about 8 or 10 months ago
It sitting for so long in the studio had me doubting if it would even work!!
After about 10 minu… Read More “Using A Temmoku Glaze On Rutile Green”
Dive into the world of hand-built ceramics with our step-by-step guide to creating exquisite jugs entirely by hand! 🏺✨
1. Begin by rolling out clay to an optimal 8mm thickness, laying the foundation for your jug.
2. Cut two circular clay pieces using templates.
3. Place each piece on … Read More “You can make this jug all by hand no wheel”
HOW GOOD DID THIS TURN OUT?? 🤩😍
Step 1: Preparing the Base Glaze
First, ensure you have your base glaze ready. It’s crucial to start by coating the inside of the vase walls first to achieve an even finish. Start by using a high-speed paint mixer on a battery drill. Making sure the glaze is thoroughly … Read More “Lets Get Glazing”
Explore the creation process for a stunning vase using simple materials like a wooden block, paper, and clay. Follow these steps:
1. **Design: ** Cut your preferred vase shape from the clay slab.
2. **Clay Application: ** Cover the wooden block with paper and drape the clay over it, ensuring complete … Read More “Is that a block of wood?”
More Information below! 👇🤩
1 Start off by making sure you’re using the right clay clay that has a fair bit of grog in. It can be a lot more forgiving when it gets over saturated with water. Most plastic clays will eventually start to fall apart when it gets too wet and you’ll be left with a sloppy me… Read More “Making a vase from a wet lump of clay”
Explore the enchantment of crafting hand-built ceramics with our step-by-step guide to creating a stunning Roses Pot through the art of pottery.
Begin by rolling out clay to an optimal 8mm thickness, laying the groundwork for your exquisite piece. Cut the clay into a shape that forms the body o… Read More “Roses are? Red.”
The sounds of making ceramics, the peacefulness you can get from making pottery can be so rewarding, this can be said for a lot of forms of art, from painting to sculpture, drawing to wood carving. Whatever art you practice, its the tranquility and calmness that can be so enjoyable
This particu… Read More “Thrown vase visual record”
Embarking on the journey of wheel throwing pottery at 60 was indeed a challenge, but one I’m grateful for.
Learning from my son added a magical touch to the experience, creating unforgettable bonding moments.
Clay proved to be a great equaliser, challenging preconceived notions about hand skills… Read More “Learning The Wheel For The First Time – Results”