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Permanent contraction of the clay in both drying and firing stages. Overall may be as much as 18%. Source: Clay: A Studio Handbook

Slip casting ceramics is a forming technique that has endless potential. Andrew Gilliatt adds a whole new level of fun … Read More

I’ve always been fascinated with the tangible realities of history and the boundless fantasy of science fiction. In my work … Read More

Exposure to the possibilities of slip casting while in Jingdezhen, China, changed the way Jackie Head approaches clay and form. … Read More

Slips, engobes, and underglazes are a lot of fun to use for ceramic decoration and there are endless ways to … Read More

Slip has many uses in the pottery studio. Most often, slip is used on clay in the green state, but … Read More

Choosing a clay body to fit your personal aesthetic plus all of your glaze, kiln, and customer needs can be … Read More

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

The truth is, I was a nerdy ceramics undergraduate student. I wanted to learn everything, right away—and I loved my … Read More

DIY mosaic table tops are a wonderful way to dress up furniture with a handmade touch. You can even use … Read More

Paper clay is any clay body to which processed cellulose fiber has been added. Adding paper pulp and other fibers to your clay body can … Read More