by Sue | Jun 10, 2008 | Uncategorized
A while ago, I posted a photo and explanation of one of the ways I textured clay to make my pottery. The photo showed a cob of corn being used to prepare a slab of clay which was being made into a serving plate. Well, here is what the texture turns out like after it...
by Sue | Jun 9, 2008 | Uncategorized
The day before glazing day is waxing day. As I’ve mentioned before, I produce pottery like many potters, in cycles. First throwing, followed by trimming/altering, bisque firing, waxing, glazing and glaze firing. Yesterday was waxing day. Prior to being glazed,...
by Sue | Apr 26, 2008 | Uncategorized
Texture adds interest to a pot. A variety of different things can be used to add texture, it’s really only limited by your imagination. In this photo I’ve used a dried cob of field corn to texture a slab before using it to make a serving plate. A few of...
by Sue | Apr 20, 2008 | Uncategorized
Today I spent making a collection of 16″ platters. Some turned out better than others but generally, I’m very pleased with all of them. My muscles sure hurt at the end of the day, but I think it was worth it. They’ll be gorgeous when they’re...
by Sue | Apr 3, 2008 | Uncategorized
A close family member and friend has been waiting patiently for a set of dinner plates to go with the bowls and tumblers he’s already gotten. I’m sure he will be pleased to know that after this plate (and several others in this kiln load) there is only one...
by Sue | Mar 16, 2008 | Uncategorized
Throwing large things is kind of tricky. Especially when the clay is really wet as mine is now. I did manage to make this bowl by being patient and using a heat gun to keep the clay from becoming saturated with water and sagging. Throwing more large pieces is another...
