Studio Visit: James Watkins, Lubbock, Texas
In a three-part space split between wet-work studio, glazing and firing area, and gallery, James Watkins creates and displays large … Read More
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A specialized hardbrick shape, half the width of a standard brick. Often used for posts in salt and wood firings. Source: Clay: A Studio Handbook
Using Glaze Additives Like CMC Gum to Make Average Glazes Great
Sometimes the glazes we use are good for one purpose, but not so good for another. A glaze might perform … Read More
Plaster Mixing 101: How to Mix Plaster for Ceramic Molds
Learning how to mix plaster is essential if you are interested in slip casting, but even if you’re not, mixing … Read More
3 Helpful Tips for Casting Clay Sculpture and Pottery
Slip casting opens up endless possibilities for creativity with clay, whether you are interested in casting clay sculpture or pottery. … Read More
Studio Visit: Jono Pandolfi, Union City, New Jersey
Jono Pandolfi and his team create utilitarian tableware for the hospitality industry and direct-to-consumer retail clients. The 7500-square-foot open-plan studio … Read More
Wax Resist Over Glaze: A Simple Pottery Decorating Technique
I think we’ve all heard it said that the simplest solution is the best. And while I always make it … Read More
How to Make a Plaster Mold for Slip Casting
Slip casting is probably the most popular way to make ceramic wall pieces, especially if the pieces are made up … Read More
Making Plaster Press Molds Using Styrofoam as a Building Block
I realized that we were really due for a sculpture post here on CAN, so today I am featuring the … Read More
Take a Sneak Peek at the March/April 2021 issue of Pottery Making Illustrated!
The March/April 2021 issue of Pottery Making Illustrated is here! This issue is all about handbuilding! Discover fresh perspectives from ceramic artists … Read More
Soap Dish with a Catch
One of the wonderful things about making functional pottery is that the creative work of my hands becomes an intimate … Read More
