How to Make and Use Sprig Molds for Pottery
A sprig is a press-molded clay piece added to leather-hard work. Sprigs are created using small sprig molds made of … Read More
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Testing Commercial Ceramic Glazes Over Texture in Electric Kilns
To get the most out of commercial ceramic glazes in your electric kiln, you need to understand the product descriptions … Read More
George Rodriguez: Sanctuary
Sanctuary. I used to associate the word with church, all stained glass and high ceilings. It evoked thoughts of Victor … Read More
The Venus: A Legacy in Clay
I visited George Rodriguez in his studio shortly before his 2017 solo show for Foster/White Gallery in Seattle, Washington. A … Read More
Finding Inspiration
Before finding pottery I studied textiles and embroidery in college. The love of ornamentation, decoration, and attention to detail that … Read More
How to Use Thin Sprigs and Carving to Add Surface Texture
Carving into a form is a great way to add imagery and texture to pottery. But Michelle Swafford came up … Read More
Michelle Erickson: Projecting A Hypothetical Future; Reflecting on a Problematic Past
Historical allusion in ceramic form—whether spawned by desire to garner the prestige of predecessors through association (as in Neoclassicism) or … Read More
Finishing Details: The Intricate Glazing Techniques of Lindsay Scypta
Lindsay Scypta’s pots are intricately textured with stamps and sprigs and glazed with runny glazes that enhance these textures beautifully. … Read More
Decoration as Structure: Integrating Ornamentation into Form
When I first saw Blair Clemo’s work, I figured the ornate surfaces were developed with sprigs that were attached after … Read More
How to Make an Animated Salt and Pepper Set
Sets are a lot of fun. They’re a great way to play around with form, and a wonderful project if … Read More
