The Geometry of Urbanity
Facets and undercuts inevitably lead to complicated molds when slip casting. Walk through the process, step by step, of creating … Read More
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A Couple of Cool Clay Sculpture Techniques
There are a multitude of clay sculpture techniques for ceramic artists to choose from. The possibility for expression is unlimited … Read More
How to Make a Bowl with a Unique Double Foot
There are lots of ways to trim wheel thrown pots and add a unique touch to your work. In today’s … Read More
How to Make a Surprisingly Durable Hump Mold out of Unfired Clay
Plaster and ceramics go hand in hand and it is what many potters use for a hump mold. Some potters … Read More
Simple and Fun Coil Pot Ideas
Coiling clay and pinch pottery are great projects for the lower grades and for anyone new to ceramics because they … Read More
Smooth Lines
Just as clay has a strong physical memory, one of my most vivid early memories of using pottery was eating … Read More
How to Make a Coil Pot: Using Flat Coils to Construct Large Jars
Until several years ago, I hadn’t had much interest in making coil pots. I preferred the speed of the potters … Read More
The Particulars of Clay Body Plasticity
Ahhh plasticity! It’s the property of clay that got us hooked on it in the first place. Caused by just … Read More
How to Make and Use Sprig Molds for Pottery
A sprig is a press-molded clay piece added to leather-hard work. Sprigs are created using small sprig molds made of … Read More
Pinch Pot Technique: A Fundamental Way to Make a Beautiful Pitcher
When you first decide you want to create your own pottery, it’s likely your first class will involve the pinch … Read More
