TMC | BlogSo we have some new clay today! This is the same clay used in our studio before, same as the white number 6 we have been using but with the added speckle
The white clay has always been a little harder to work with compared to the browner clay “buff” that also has speckle, so to get pretty much … Read More “Wheel Throwing Walkthrough”
Similar to one i made recently just lacking the outside decoration 😊
Few tips for this video:
Start by wedging your clay to remove air bubbles and make it uniform in texture. This is essential for a successful throwing experience, few slams on the bench will also help eliminate air bubbles and gives t… Read More “Got a curved bowl for today throw!”
Always try to save your pieces even if they have seemed to fail on you 😊
Few tips for this video:
Begin by throwing a basic cylinder. This will serve as the starting point for your vase. Ensure that the walls are even and the base is flat. For a finished vase with a narrow base, start with a narrow cy… Read More “Making a vase but dealing with wet clay! ”
This is the first time i have made a bowl this way, I did have the idea for a while from something I saw that was similar on the great pottery throw down (how good is that show?!)
Pushing the clay out from the inside can be something you tend to forget at times, you get into this thought patter… Read More “Making A Hexagon Shaped Pottery Bowl”
This one is a new design that i wanted to try, I used a rib to give some night straight conned walls with a fairly round bottom!
Hope you enjoy!
Few Tips On How I Made This:
Start with well-wedged clay that’s at the right moisture level, you want it to be wedged quite easily, making it idea… Read More “Got a nicely shaped cup today! ”
Making a art pot from some white midfire clay Hope you enjoy! 🤗
Few Tips On How I Made This:
***Preparing the Wheel and Clay:
Start with a clean wheel head and select a lump of clay to wedge it, eliminate air pockets and ensure even consistency. Place the clay in the center of the wheel head, gen… Read More “Making A Pottery Art Bowl”
Creating small test pots on the pottery wheel for glaze testing is a valuable practice for potters and ceramic artists. Here are some tips on the benefits of using test pots for glaze testing and how to make the most of them:
**Minimise Risk:** Glaze testing on a full-sized piece can be risky because… Read More “The importance of making test pots”
This was an insane amount of clay to throw! But geez it was good to give a big piece of clay like this a go again, its good every once and in a while to challenge yourself not only to test your skills but also help improve yours skills and find new ones!
If you do want to do your own, take you … Read More “Throwing 3kg of clay”
Help if i remembered to grab my tools!! 😂
Got a textured bowl for you today. Hope you enjoy 🤗
Few Tips On How I Made This:
Begin by cutting your clay into manageable pieces and place the clay on the wedging table or work surface and firmly press or “slam” it down a few times to compress it.
Employ a com… Read More “Making a bulbous bowl with texture decoration”
A vase with a different top today! This little one was actually a fun shape to make. Look forward to seeing how it looks once glazed
Few Tips On How I Made This:
*** Begin with well-prepared clay. Wedge it thoroughly to eliminate air pockets and achieve uniform consistency. Give it a few slaps a… Read More “Throwing A Little Vase Today”