An Oxidized Bisque Firing
Many clay and glaze faults in ceramic wares are caused by incomplete burnout (oxidation) of carbon and sulfur during the … Read More
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In fuel-burning kilns, adjustable refractory plate located in exhaust flue, allowing control of back-pressure and secondary air, regulating kiln atmosphere. Source: Clay: A Studio Handbook
Mishima Ceramics: Creating Fine Lines with Slip Inlay
I was first introduced to Mishima ceramics decoration when I attended a Lorna Meaden workshop years ago. Before that I … Read More
Updated Berry Bowl
After years of enjoying washing fruit in a handmade, thrown berry bowl, I thought it would be a fun challenge … Read More
Techno File: Carbon Trapping
Shino glazes are incredibly technical and complex, with a wide range of colors. While they have been one of the … Read More
Instant Damp Cabinets: An Easy Way to Dry Your Pottery Slowly
Over the years we have received many inquiries on damp cabinets or damp boxes. Some had never used a damp … Read More
Pursuing an Honest Pot
“A good honest pot.” What does that mean? I imagine it to mean unembellished, straightforward, and functional. I also like … Read More
Archive Article: Controlled Drying and Firing—Large Scale Sculpture and Tile
Careful control of the drying and firing stages is necessary for successful completion of large-scale sculpture and tilework. Although climatic … Read More
Second Career: From the FDA to Clay
After retiring from a career at the Food and Drug Administration, Currier focused full time on an earlier interest in … Read More
Don’t Have a Wood Kiln? 10 Questions to Ask When Looking to Partner With a Wood Firing Group
You don’t have to own a wood kiln to wood fire your work, but it can be tricky to find … Read More
The Glassagama: Ceramic and Glass Artists Work Together to Conserve Resources
As I have mentioned in this blog before, it’s not easy being green when you are a ceramic artist, but … Read More
