Glazing and Firing Techniques Atmospheric-like Effects in an Electric Kiln
There is something magical about the unpredictable surface effects that result from atmospheric firing techniques. Unfortunately, these types of kilns … Read More
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How to Add Imagery to Your Pottery with Laser Toner Transfers
It is a very exciting time to be a ceramic artist. There is a wealth of information available to help … Read More
Creative Commercial Glazes: Great Combinations for Interesting Effects
Some folks feel like using commercial glazes is cheating, but I say, hogwash! I have been using commercial glazes for … Read More
A Better Butter Dish
I’ve always loved the butter dish form, perhaps because of what’s hidden inside it. Throughout the years, I have occasionally … Read More
Techniques and Tips for Saggar Firing in a Raku Kiln
Charlie and Linda Riggs began experimenting with saggar firing after being disappointed with the results of some of their pit … Read More
Making Delicate Porcelain Sculpture with Porcelain Slip and Flaxed Paper Clay
Helen Gilmour is interested in the relationships between traditional crafts. So she decided to make traditional pottery forms–like teapots and … Read More
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
Piece of Cake: How to Decorate Your Pots Like a Pastry Chef
Slip trailing is a great way to add decoration to pots. Most ceramic artists use a fairly liquid slip when … Read More
Adding Dimension to Stenciled Imagery on Pottery
Stenciling is a great decorative technique for pottery. A traditional method for applying stencils is to cut or tear paper … Read More
Wax Resist Over Glaze: A Simple Pottery Decorating Technique
I think we’ve all heard it said that the simplest solution is the best. And while I always make it … Read More
