Three Tips for Throwing Smarter and Stronger
There have been many times in my wheel throwing career that I have thought, “I just can’t throw large pots. … Read More
Wheel Throwing Techniques
For some people, throwing clay on the pottery wheel can be addictive. If you are one of those people, you have come to the right place. In this section of Ceramic Arts Network, professional studio potters provide instruction as well as inspiration for anyone wanting to learn, improve and master techniques on the pottery wheel. Browse these articles and videos for helpful information such topics as altering wheel thrown vessels or trimming large platters with complex rims.
For a tool that really does one thing (spins in a circle), the number of techniques and results possible on the pottery throwing wheel are just astounding. From more traditional wheel thrown pottery to gestural thrown and altered pottery, the sky’s the limit on the creativity that can come from the wheel.
Strengthen your pottery throwing skills with our free throwing guide Five Great Pottery Throwing Wheel Techniques: Tips on Throwing Complex Pottery Forms Using Basic Throwing Skills.
Whether you learned to throw on an electric pottery wheel, or a traditional pottery kickwheel, there is always more to learn and Ceramic Arts Daily is the place to find great instruction and inspiration to help improve your skills on the pottery throwing wheel. If you’re looking to tackle a certain form you’ve never made, chances are you’ll find the advice and tips you need in our article archive. Or if you just want a boost to your creative juices, we’ve got that too! From tips on centering large amounts of clay, to how to create your own travel mug, to using wheel-thrown parts to make abstract ceramic sculpture, there is enough pottery throwing information to keep you busy for a good long while!
And, if you haven’t already, be sure to download your free copy of Five Great Pottery Throwing Wheel Techniques: Tips on Throwing Complex Pottery Forms Using Basic Throwing Skills, which includes detailed well-illustrated, step-by-step pottery making projects by nationally known potters, teachers and workshop presenters.
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Five Great Pottery Wheel Throwing Techniques
An Unconventional Way to Make a Handmade Pitcher Spout
I’ve seen a lot of different ways to make handmade pitcher spouts – from a traditional pulled spout to a … Read More
How to Make Agateware Pottery on the Wheel
Agateware pottery is a type of pottery that is made from a prepared mixture of various colored clays and mimics … Read More
Why Trim? A Simple Way to Define a Foot Without Trimming
Trimming is one of my favorite parts of wheel throwing. But with my limited time in the studio, it is … Read More
How to NOT Trim Through the Bottoms of Your Pots
One of the most frustrating things you can experience as a potter is getting a bit overzealous with your trimming … Read More
How to Make a Decorative Lid for a DIY Cupcake Stand!
In my opinion, everyone should celebrate the cupcake and what better way to do so than with a DIY cupcake … Read More
How to Make a Teapot Spout Fit Perfectly
Learning how to make ceramic teapots is a big milestone in any potter’s ceramic development. From handles to spouts, teapots have … Read More
Wheel Throwing in Cross Section
When I was taking my first wheel throwing class, I remember staying in the studio late one night centering clay … Read More
How to Make a Stopperless Salt and Pepper Shaker on the Pottery Wheel
Most ceramic salt and pepper shakers require a stopper of some sort – usually cork – to keep the contents in. … Read More
How to Alter a Large Bowl for Graceful Movement
If you’ve been trying to learn how to throw large pots, Martina Lantin’s altering technique in today’s video clip might … Read More
Five Great Pottery Wheel Throwing Techniques
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