July 9, 2009
How to Make a Coil Pot: Using Flat Coils to Construct Large Jars
Making large ceramic jars with flat coils has been done
for centuries in many parts of Asia. One big advantage with this method
is you can make most any shape because you can change direction as you
build the form, which is next to impossible on the wheel. Once you get
the technique down, you can use the same flat coil technique for a
variety of clay sculpture forms as well.
Making large jars with flat coils has been done for centuries in many parts of Asia and Southeast Asia. Master potters in Korea made thousands of flat-coiled storage jars—primarily used for kimchi, ...
April 17, 2009
Throwing and Handbuilding: Forming Techniques
Throwing and handbuilding are at the core of all studio ceramics techniques. Through imagination and experimentation, some of the most skilled artists and craftsmen can take these basic techniques and often produce extremely creative works of art. With practice and patience, the coil pot or tall narrow form can become works of art suitable for galleries and collectors.
December 5, 2008
Wheel Throwing Video: Matt Long’s Bourbon Bottle
I know what you're thinking; Sherman just wanted to run this video clip because he likes bourbon. Well, that may be a fact, but it's not the only reason I find this clip interesting. It also happens to be informative and educational. And look at that slip texture! Watching Matt slip these bottles is like watching a tightrope walker—too much or too little just won't work. And there's a lot more where this came from on Matt's full DVD Vessels for Victory: Line, Gesture and Movement. We all can use a little victory now and then. — Sherman Hall, Ceramic Arts Daily
