Pottery

Some Things to Remember When Throwing Pots

June 5, 2010

“What goes around comes around.” This holds especially true for pottery! Move slowly and wait for the clay to come to you, never chase the clay! (See number 3.)

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Seven Steps to Throwing a Pot on the Potter’s Wheel

May 23, 2010

Making a clay pot can be a very rewarding experience. There is a myriad of objects you can create for yourself or friends, from simple cups and bowls to more complex functional dishware or even abstract object d’art. However, if done improperly without the right techniques or frame of mind throwing pots can be very frustrating and difficult for the novice potter. I’ll cover the basics for beginners in a step-by-step approach to help you master the art of creating beautiful ceramic objects.

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