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Build Your Dream Pottery Setup – Start With the Right Tools

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Ed Shears Editor and Author at Artabys.com

Hi, I’m Ed ceramic wall art is my thing. I’ve spent over 35 years blending traditional techniques with modern design to create bold, sculptural pieces that go far beyond the wheel. I’m also the founder of Artabys, where I help artists make better work and smarter decisions.

Ed’s Must-Have Slab Tools: What I Actually Use in My Studio
Ed’s Favorite Ceramic Brushes: What’s in His Kit (and Why They Work So Well)

Firing & Kiln Essentials

Visualize firing temperatures and effects across different cones

Cone Chart Visualizer

Discover essential tools & materials needed for successful Cone 6 firings

Kiln Starter Kit for Cone 6 Firing: What You Actually Need to Fire Right the First Time

Clay Shaping & Handbuilding

Identify the perfect trimming tool tailored to your clay and technique

Best Trimming Tool for Soft Clay: Find Your Match

Uncover hidden gems that can elevate your handbuilding projects

Underrated Clay Handbuilding Tools You’ll Wish You Tried Sooner
Find Pottery Tools Based On Your Style

Find Pottery Tools Based On Your Style

Picking the right pottery tools isn’t just about brand names it’s about how you actually work with clay.

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Why Potters Trust Artabys

“I found the right underglaze tools after reading one of Ed’s tutorials. Huge upgrade to my results.”

— Jamie S., Pottery Hobbyist

“Artabys helped me figure out my studio setup from wheel choice to clay storage. Game-changer.”

— Marcos D., Studio Potter