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Converting an Electric Kiln for Wood and Gas Firing January 5, 2009

Converting an Electric Kiln for Wood and Gas Firing

After moving from a rural to an urban area, potter Bruce Bowers realized that, in order to continue to feed his passion for wood firing, he would have to get creative. And get creative, he did. With the cooperation of the studio where he was teaching at the time, Bruce converted an old electric kiln into a propane fueled wood burning kiln, with great results. Today, Bruce shares the process for converting the kiln and, on Wednesday, he will discuss how he fires the kiln.    Read More

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Video of the Week: Using Paper Stencils for Precise Underglaze Decoration January 2, 2009

Video of the Week: Using Paper Stencils for Precise Underglaze Decoration

We're kicking off 2009 with a how-to ceramics video about using paper stencils and underglaze for surface decoration. The video features ceramic artist Eva Kwong and was filmed during the recent Potters Council workshop "Surface, Form and Substance" in Indianapolis, Indiana. Watch the video now! Plus, we've included some photos and a recap of the workshop.   Read More

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The Month in Clay: January 2009 December 31, 2008

The Month in Clay: January 2009

On this the last day of 2008, I'd like to wish everyone a very happy and healthy new year! And to help you start it off right, today we're bringing you the latest installment of the Month in Clay. In it, you'll see a brief overview of what is going on in the world of clay on this 2009-Eve and beyond! From teapots in Helsinki, to abstract sculpture in London, to figurative works in Philly, to a functional pottery workshop in Cincinnati, there's something for everyone, whether you're a maker, a collector, a fan or all of the above.   Read More

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