Creating Subtle Layers with Sgraffito, Slip, and Multi-Toned Glazes
I just love the sugary matte surfaces, color schemes, and subtle layers in Kristin Pavelka’s work. Kristin uses gorgeous red … Read More
Tag: drips
Recycling Clay: Tips for Collecting, Storing, Reclaiming and Reprocessing Your Clay Scraps
Recycling clay is not the most exciting part of being a ceramic artist, but it is necessary. We all end … Read More
12 Pottery Glazing Tips to Help You Master Glazing Ceramics
I have to admit, glazing is not my favorite part of the ceramic process and I am always on the … Read More
Bulb Glazing: An Alternative Glazing Technique for Pottery
Contrary to what I thought when I was just starting out in ceramics, there are a lot of different glazing … Read More
Ten Basics of Firing Clay in Electric Kilns
Firing clay is the most critical part of the ceramics process because it is the one thing that makes clay … Read More
A Dramatic Impact with Handled Bowls
Deliberate work over a few years allowed Steven Showalter to synthesize his influences and aesthetic preferences into a distinctive personal … Read More
Three Potters Share Their Best Sgraffito Tips, Plus a Bonus Video!
Sgraffito can be an impactful, dramatic way of decorating pots (like in Kathy King’s shown here) or a more subtle … Read More
How to Clean Kiln Shelves, Mix Kiln Wash, and Apply Kiln Wash
Kiln shelf maintenance is a much hated but very necessary part of having a kiln. Neglected kiln shelves can result … Read More
Creating Bold Colorful Surfaces with Underglazes
Ariana Heinzman creates bold, plant-inspired designs on her work using bright colors contrasted against black line work. As you can … Read More
10 Tips for Firing Clay in an Electric Kiln
Firing clay in an electric kiln is the most common firing method because electric kilns are readily available and relatively … Read More
