Mocha Diffusion and Slip Dotting Pottery
Though it might sound like a fancy coffee drink, mocha diffusion is a little-known technique of ceramic surface decoration developed … Read More
Tag: slip
Clay suspended in water, usually the consistency of thick cream.
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
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
How to Make Vibrant Bursts of Color on Pottery Using Clay Slip and Ceramic Colorants
Lana Wilson uses texture and clay slip to decorate much of her work. It’s a a lot of fun to … Read More
How to Make Great Slump-Molded Plates with A Cheap Craft-Store Tool
Want to make quick work of multiple, handbuilt plate forms? Try styrofoam rings found in most craft supply stores (for … Read More
The Low Down on Ceramic Pigments and Stains
Ceramic pigments, often referred to as ceramic stains, have vastly opened up the color possibilities for potters. And as we … Read More
Quick Tips: Clean Your Brush with the Brush Scraper
Keeping your brushes clean while working, decorating pottery, or waxing a pot is very important to prolong the life of … Read More
Digging Clay by Hand: How to Process Clay From the Ground
There is an abundance of clay in my area, and I have occasionally thought about making work out of local … Read More
How to Make “Clay Stickers” by Slip Trailing Designs on Plaster
Blair Clemo has always pushed boundaries in terms of techniques in clay. His most recent body of work is no … Read More
Going Batty: How to Choose the Right Throwing Bat for Your Work
If you have ever damaged a freshly thrown piece moving it off of the wheel, you know the value of … Read More
