August 25, 2008
Pushing the Envelope: Creating Complex Ceramic Sculpture with Bone-Dry Clay and a Simple Mortar
One of the challenges of working with clay is timing, especially when constructing a complex sculptural form. Making sure that all components are at the appropriate moisture and stiffness level when joining pieces is one of the key considerations that sculptors must address. Sculptor Mark Gordon has adapted a technique he first observed being practiced by traditional Egyptian brick makers for his ceramic sculpture. The technique is a sure-fire and simple way to securely attach bone-dry greenware to bone-dry greenware.
