Pottery 101
Knowing the right clay, the best kiln type, or the important nuance between two products is important in ceramics. Learn the foundational parts of pottery making with us.
What Is Clay Slip?
I’m sitting here in the studio looking at a container of slip thinking “gross”. And I’m sure you can relate ...
6 causes of clay cracking in pottery
My guess is you’re here because a ceramic project you painstakingly put together cracked. I’m so sorry! Cracked clay happens ...
What is the difference between pottery and ceramics?
Ceramics and pottery. You’ve heard these terms over and over again. But what is the difference between ceramics and pottery? ...
Lesson Plan: Slab Building Pottery For Beginners
So you want to teach your students the slab pottery technique? You’ve come to the right place! I’ve been teaching ...
Handbuilding Pottery: A Complete Guide
So you’ve heard the term: Handbuilding pottery. What is it and what should you know about it? Handbuilding pottery is ...
What Is Slip & Score?
Slip and score is a part of joining clay pieces together. In this article, we’ll explore what slip and score ...
Bisque ceramics: A short guide
Isn’t that a soup? you think to yourself as you overhear “bisque” in your local pottery studio. But you’ve heard it ...
Pyrometric cones: Kiln temperatures for firing pottery
Kiln cones are geometrically shaped ceramic items of varying compositions designed to measure kiln temperatures. The different compositions are labeled ...
What is sgraffito pottery?
I LOVE sgraffito. I’ve made pots with the sgraffito method (pictured above). I saw tons of building facades and ceramics ...
What are the three methods of handbuilding with clay?
Looking to make ceramics, but don’t have access to a potters wheel? Handbuilding is a wonderful technique that only takes ...
