November 5, 2008
Ceramic glaze recipes are to potters and sculptors like candy is to a kid on Halloween. We just can't seem to get enough! The cone 6 oxidation glaze recipes in today's feature were contributed by Lou Roess.Already Registered? Please sign in.
May 14, 2008
From High Fire to Mid Range: Changing Kilns Leads to New Decorating and Glazing Techniques
After high firing in a gas kiln for 25 years, Wickford, Rhode Island, potter Harry Spring was forced by circumstances to switch to electric. This was quite an adjustment, as Spring had come to depend on the serendipitous effects that are part of the magic of reduction firing. But, adjust he did. Today he shares with us some of the adjustments he made that have made switching to oxidation firing a fun challenge rather than a burden.February 6, 2008
Glaze Recipes and Expert Tips for Great Pottery Glazing Results
In response to our recent features on using direct, stencil, and transfer approaches to achieve glazing patterns, many readers asked about the glazes that were used and where they could get the recipes. So, today, you'll find recipes for three glazes used to illustrate the techniques detailed previously. You'll also find some handy tips to keep in mind when you're ready to get glazing!
