An Unconventional Way to Make a Handmade Pitcher Spout
I’ve seen a lot of different ways to make a handmade pitcher spout–from a traditional pulled spout to a slab … Read More
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Great Idea for Teachers: A Simple Lesson Plan for Slab-Built Plates with Textured and Stenciled Decoration
We get a lot of inquiries at Ceramic Arts Network from teachers looking for grade-school assignments that can work with … Read More
Artist Q&A: Advice on Gaining Efficiency in the Studio from Hanako Nakazato
Ceramic Arts Network: Often it is difficult to streamline a studio practice. How do you tackle efficiency in the studio?
Hanako … Read More
In the Potter’s Kitchen: Creating a Winged Bowl
After so many years of making round pots on the wheel, I wanted some to be oval. Or better yet, … Read More
Makin’ Bacon…Cups!
I’ve always loved bacon, but never anticipated incorporating the idea of bacon into my work until after visiting the Texas … Read More
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
Simple Sets: Making and Using Slab Bowl Templates
Throwing bowls on the pottery wheel is not the only option if you are interested in making a set of … Read More
Super Cool! Slow Cooling an Electric Kiln Firing
If you have ever had problems with pin holing or dunting, slow cooling your kiln could be the solution you … Read More
Studio Visit: Susan McHenry, Kalamazoo, Michigan
After working in community spaces for many years, McHenry moved into a purpose-built, quiet, energy-efficient, and light-filled studio just 50 … Read More
Clay Culture: Community Education
Martha Grover and Joshua Rysted
Opening their new studio to the public through sales and classes has connected Martha Grover and Joshua Rysted with their … Read More
