How to Fix Cracks in Pottery
One of the most useful things for all potters and ceramic artists to learn is how to fix cracks in … Read More
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Review: Christopher Staley’s Touching Time
Framed through a number of works on paper and ceramic sculpture, Christopher Staley’s recent exhibition presents an investigation and archive … Read More
Gerardo Monterrubio’s Psychological Collage: Ceramics as Autobiography
Gerardo Monterrubio creates sculptures whose forms and surface imagery exemplify blended cultures and depict the accumulated nature of culture. His … Read More
Tuning Into Nature
The Living Art of Bonsai project at the Pacific Bonsai Museum posed an unconventional challenge to ceramic artist Ron Lang: … Read More
How to Make and Use Underglaze Pencils, Crayons, Pens, and Trailers
Underglaze pencils, pens, and crayons can be great for ceramic artists who may have started with a background in painting … Read More
Using Ceramic Molds – Slip Casting with Multi-Piece Molds
While it was once thought of as cheating, using ceramic molds is a technique that is increasing in popularity among … Read More
How to Make a Surprisingly Durable Hump Mold out of Unfired Clay
Plaster and ceramics go hand in hand and it is what many potters use for a hump mold. Some potters … Read More
Creating Cool Glaze Patterns with Vinyl Stencils
I use paper stencils with underglaze a lot in my work. With a little water, the stencils stick to greenware … Read More
How to Make a Coil Pot: Using Flat Coils to Construct Large Jars
Until several years ago, I hadn’t had much interest in making coil pots. I preferred the speed of the potters … Read More
Pinch Pot Technique: A Fundamental Way to Make a Beautiful Pitcher
When you first decide you want to create your own pottery, it’s likely your first class will involve the pinch … Read More
