Building an Anagama Kiln for a High School Ceramics Class
An anagama kiln in a high school ceramics class? That seems highly unlikely, doesn’t it? Many high school ceramics teachers … Read More
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
An anagama kiln in a high school ceramics class? That seems highly unlikely, doesn’t it? Many high school ceramics teachers … Read More
I was first introduced to Mishima ceramics decoration when I attended a Lorna Meaden workshop years ago. Before that I … Read More
Over the years we have received many inquiries on damp cabinets or damp boxes. Some had never used a damp … Read More
The clay drying process is one of the most crucial parts of the ceramic process to get right. Not paying … Read More
Besides the covering (or uncovering) of your work, the biggest factor in how fast your work dries is your studio … Read More
While the natural variation of raku firing can be appealing, learn how to gain more control over your raku kiln … Read More
The most challenging firing that ceramic artists undertake is the bisque firing. It is also, more often than not, the … Read More
Most beginning potters pay little attention to bisque firings until they experience an explosion. More often than not, glaze blemishes … Read More
Most beginning potters pay little attention to bisque firings until they experience an explosion. More often than not, glaze blemishes … Read More
Many clay and glaze faults in ceramic wares are caused by incomplete burnout (oxidation) of carbon and sulfur during the … Read More