Pottery Production in Uttum Nagar, India
The village of Uttam Nagar is home to hundreds of potters whose practices were passed down through generations, father to … Read More
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Making Lidded Jars That Work Together Like a Happy Marriage
I haven’t made a lidded jar in a while but I remember what a fun exercise it is to make … Read More
Pottery Illustrated: Teco Pottery
Teco Pottery, an Illinois-based company, was started in 1885 by William Day Gates. Teco, named for the first two letters … Read More
Soft Transitions
I’m captivated by the processes and experiences that are associated with ceramics. The material can exhibit vitality, spontaneity, and tension, … Read More
Innovative Petal Kiln Expands the Possibilities of Firing Large Ceramic Sculpture
In 2016, the ceramic world lost Nina Hole, the pioneer of “fire sculpture” – large, outdoor ceramic sculpture that was … Read More
Clay Culture: Rainbow Tower
1 Aerial view of the Torre Arcobaleno (Rainbow Tower) in Porta Garibaldi, Milan, Italy. The recently restored surface is covered … Read More
How to Get the Perfect Profile by Sledging Plaster
I have heard of sledging before and am sad to say that I’ve never tried it. Sledging is essentially extruding … Read More
Archive Article: Bread, Butter and Salt: The Pottery of Cathi Jefferson
Last year, 20 potters who do salt and soda firing were invited by the city of Portsmouth, England, to look … Read More
Archive Article: Intimate Interactions The Vessels of Julia Galloway
Most of Julia Galloway’s porcelain vessels come in pairs: a creamer and sugar caddy, two vessels on a tray, a … Read More
