Demystifying the Reduction Firing Process
We all know what reduction firing is, right? Or do we? The science of what happens in a reduction kiln … Read More
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A quantity of chemical material, usually salt or soda, which is inserted or injected into a hot kiln during vapor-glazing processes. Source: Clay: A Studio Handbook
Tips and Tools: Firing Fee Calculator
Learn how one studio owner devised a simple, visual way to calculate firing costs for individual pieces made by studio … Read More
Sustainability in the Ceramic Studio
Let’s face it, the ceramic medium by it’s very nature is not a very green art form, but fortunately, there … Read More
Going Industrial: A Potter Shares his Experience with Mass Ceramic Production
Why would someone who has spent most of his adult life pursuing excellence in handmade pottery enthusiastically pursue mass ceramic … Read More
Techno File: Chasing Chun
Chun originated over a thousand years ago in China, first reported in the Song Dynasty, as Jun Ware. While many … Read More
How to Make Custom Clay Extruder Dies with Old Credit Cards
Chances are, if you have a mailbox, it is filled to the brim every day with direct mail credit card … Read More
Four Helpful Tips for Throwing Large Pots on the Wheel
The desire to throw large pots is something that just about every potter has at one time or another. And … Read More
Quick Tips: Two Great Ceramic Business Ideas
Like it or not, every potter needs to have good ceramic business ideas to help make his or her business … Read More
Quick Tip: Tip Jar
Quick tip to spread the word and get your name out there. … Read More
From the Editor
If you want to have a successful experience selling your work, starting a community studio, or taking on a large … Read More
