Terra Sigillata 101: How to Make, Apply, and Troubleshoot Terra Sig
Terra sigillata is an ultrarefined clay slip that can give a soft sheen when applied to bone-dry wares and, if … Read More
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A refractory clay enclosure in which wares are fired.
How to Make Ergonomic Pottery Throwing Sticks
David Ogle became frustrated when the throwing sticks he bought were too unwieldy for making the narrow necked forms he … 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
Spotlight: Finding an Artistic Voice
Ronnie and Peggy Avants share the benefits of creating with clay for adult students at The Caddo Kiowa Technical Center … Read More
Ceramics from Rankin Inlet
The Art Gallery of Burlington exhibited contemporary ceramics from Rankin Inlet, Canada, showcasing figurative sculptures that tell stories in the … Read More
Aluminum Foil Saggars: An Easy Alternative to Traditional Clay Saggars
Saggar firing was originally developed to protect wares from ash-slagging and flame-flashing in wood firings, but in contemporary use, with … Read More
Technofile: Demystifying Chrome Oxide for Fantastic Ceramic Glaze Color
Chrome oxide or Cr2O3 is a common studio material that can help produce beautiful colors in the kiln. But it can be … Read More
In the Studio: One Per Day
As an artist, there is always that hunt for the next project, challenge, discovery, or grand idea. In 2016, I … Read More
In the Studio: Mastering Mica Update
Reflective or regular micas were addressed in the March/April 2013 issue of Pottery Making Illustrated. This new update is about … Read More
Paula Shalan’s Primal Elegance and Earthy Refinement
Shalan combines handbuilding techniques with burnished terra sigillata, bare clay, and pops of underglaze color in her work. The smoke … Read More
