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Ceramic Art covers different styles of ceramics, including functional pottery, sculpture, and installation art. It includes information on design, composition, and aesthetics, as well as the history and cultural significance of ceramics. Visitors can learn about artists, their techniques, styles, and backgrounds through interviews, reviews, and features on emerging talent.
Ceramic Tools and Equipment: This practical and informative category provides visitors with information on the different tools and equipment needed to work with ceramics, such as kilns, pottery wheels, and clay extruders. It also includes tutorials on how to use different tools, reviews of brands and products, and tips on maintenance and repair.
Firing Techniques: This essential category covers different techniques used to fire ceramics, such as oxidation, reduction, raku, and pit firing. It provides information on the science behind firing, tips on achieving different effects, and troubleshooting common issues.
Ceramic Glazes: This important category is focused on creating unique colors and finishes for ceramic pieces. It covers different types of glazes, such as underglazes, overglazes, and engobes, and includes tutorials on how to apply glazes, tips on achieving different effects, and reviews of different brands and products.
Clays: This category focuses on the different types of clay used in ceramics, such as earthenware, stoneware, and porcelain. It includes information on the properties of different clays, tips on selecting the right clay for a project, and reviews of different brands and products.
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Leatherhard clay is a stage in the ceramic making process. Where the clay has hardened enough to retain its shape, but is still pliable enough to be carved, trimmed or otherwise manipulated. It typically occurs after the clay has been shaped and has been air-dried for several hours or overnight, but before it has been … Read more
You can use an extension cord with a kiln. It is important to make sure the extension cord has the right gauge wire to handle the current the kiln requires. A kiln draws a lot of power, and using an extension cord with too small of a gauge wire can lead to overheating, fire, or … Read more
A kiln sitter is a device used in pottery and ceramics to control the firing process in a kiln. It operates by monitoring the temperature inside the kiln and cutting off the heat when the proper temperature has been reached. This helps ensure consistent & accurate firing results, & prevents over-firing or under-firing, which can … Read more
Kilns are oven-like structures that use heat to bake or dry a variety of materials such as ceramics, bricks, and wood. They work by heating a chamber to a high temperature and controlling the amount of air flow inside. This process allows for controlled and efficient heating, making it possible to produce consistent results. Kilns … Read more
Kiln elements last anywhere from 1 to 5 years, depending on the usage and frequency of firing. Regular use, high firing temperatures, and extended firing periods can reduce the lifespan of kiln elements. To prolong the life of kiln elements, it is important to fire at the proper temperature and duration and to avoid overloading … Read more
A pottery wheel is a tool used in ceramics to create symmetrical shapes by rotating a lump of clay on a spinning axis. The wheel rotates while the potter shapes the clay by applying pressure and manipulating it with their hands and tools. The centrifugal force generated by the spinning wheel helps to shape the … Read more
A slab in ceramics is a flat piece of clay that has been rolled out to a uniform thickness. It is used as a building block in the slab building technique to create three-dimensional objects such as bowls, plates, and vases. Slabs are molded into different shapes, joined together, and decorated with glazes and textures … Read more
Construction involves using slabs of clay rolled out to a uniform thickness and then cut and joined together to form the desired shape. Using a consistent thickness of clay, scoring and slipping the edges to ensure a strong bond, and allowing sufficient drying time to prevent cracking are all essential for successful hard slab pottery … Read more
It’s a machine used in pottery & ceramics to create even and uniform clay slabs for various pottery projects. A slab roller flattens and rolls out the clay into a desired thickness, which saves potters time and energy compared to manually rolling out the clay. Slab rollers come in various sizes and models. A Potters … Read more
Silica dust can stay in the air for varying lengths of time depending on factors such as air flow and humidity. In still air, silica dust can remain suspended for several hours. However, in an area with good ventilation, the dust will dissipate more quickly. Humidity can also impact the duration, with higher humidity causing … Read more