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I love pots with pattern and imagery and have done a lot with screen printing on clay and paper stencils in my work. … Read More

Clay shrinkage. Pesky clay shrinkage. Nearly every beginner with clay has had the experience of getting their first piece out … Read More

Clay undergoes a remarkable transformation when fired in a kiln, changing in molecular structure as the kiln heats up and … Read More

Many people know that a microwave oven can be used to dry clay quickly when you’re in a pinch. Dielectric … Read More

To get the most out of commercial ceramic glazes in your electric kiln, you need to understand the product descriptions … Read More

Charlie and Linda Riggs began experimenting with saggar firing after being disappointed with the results of some of their pit … Read More

Edna Oliver makes ceramic sculpture that is meant to be touched and heard, as well as seen. Her biomorphic forms … Read More

Alisa Liskin Clausen shares the fired results of testing six matte base glazes from the Ceramics Monthly archives and numerous … Read More

Jill Giller’s early experiences as a student teacher in the Navajo Nation’s Rough Rock Demonstration School led her to forge … Read More

Efficient upgrades of her workspace, solar panels to provide electricity, and a post office within biking distance have allowed Lucy … Read More