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Any of a group of slightly over 100 substances on earth that may exist as individual atoms, and from which all materials on earth are composed.

Firing clay is the most critical part of the ceramics process because it is the one thing that makes clay … Read More

There are a multitude of clay sculpture techniques for ceramic artists to choose from. The possibility for expression is unlimited … Read More

Contrary to what you might think, grout does not just have to be a practical element in tile work. With … Read More

Cobalt blue glaze recipes are in most potters’ repertoires because they produce beautiful blue glazes. And what’s not to love … Read More

Slip trailing is a great way to use clay slip as a decorative tool. Like its cousin glaze trailing, slip … Read More

If you’re like me, the mention of the word chemistry can send you into a panic–admittedly not my favorite subject. … Read More

Why would someone who has spent most of his adult life pursuing excellence in handmade pottery enthusiastically pursue mass ceramic … Read More

Slip trailing is a great way to add decoration to pots. Most ceramic artists use a fairly liquid slip when … Read More

A mug or bowl is an approachable object; it beckons to be picked up and turned around, thus it becomes … Read More

Boris Robinson’s introduction to making pottery was at a well-equipped museum studio with two large gas downdraft kilns. When the … Read More