How to Make a Handmade Martini Glass
One of the biggest reasons I am a potter is that I love to make things that people use and … Read More
Tag: ceramic
Firing Clay: The Lowdown on the Ceramic Firing Process
Firing clay is necessary to create durable wares and the more you know about the ceramic firing process, the more … Read More
How to Fire A Gas Kiln Efficiently
How to fire a gas kiln efficiently is a burning question many potters want to know the answer to. Though … Read More
An Introduction to Electric Pottery Kilns
Richard Zakin and Frederick Bartolovic
It goes without saying that kilns are a crucial part of the ceramic process, and increasingly, potters are using electric … Read More
In the Potter’s Kitchen: Flameware: The Heirloom Clay
Around four years ago, I took a sabbatical from my teaching job at Collin College in Plano, Texas. I wanted … Read More
Maintaining Integrity
From my perspective, a creative approach to process in ceramics isn’t about coming up with a method of work that … Read More
Fluidity in Form and Surface
My interest in pattern derives from form. This grew to incorporate the exploration of color, texture, and technique. In many … Read More
Texture with Attitude
I have been exploring texture for some time, and I enjoy the challenges associated with developing and incorporating creativity and … Read More
Marvelous Martinis
I have always enjoyed sipping on a classic martini (with blue cheese stuffed olives, please). There’s something refined and elegant … Read More
In the Studio: Risk and Reward
Making sets is an intriguing challenge that can lead to a wealth of artistic reward. Sets often involve multiple pieces … Read More
