July 31, 2009
In today's video, potters Don Ellis and Randy Brodnax demonstrate a couple of variations on the same technique in tandem. The technique involves using sodium silicate and a heat gun to quickly harden the outside surface of a freshly thrown pot. Then the pot can be stretched from the inside, creating a lovely cracked texture on the surface.Already Registered? Please sign in.
January 12, 2009
Deliberate Cracks: Heating and Stretching to Create Crackled Texture on Pottery
Sometimes I feel like I was born in the wrong era because I just love old things: antiques, weathered old buildings, vintage clothing. If you can relate, then you’ll love today’s feature because we’re going to show you how to create a crackled, craggy texture on your pottery. Canadian potter Robin Hopper explains how some heating, some stretching and a little sodium silicate can transform a freshly thrown pot into what looks like a weathered antique.November 5, 2006
Randy and Don's endearing descriptions of the techniques they're using while they effortlessly turn clay into amazing vessels with rich, overlapping textures will astound you. Their respect for each other and their artistry is obvious, but it's also clear they have a gentle rivalry going. The admit to being competitive and they tease each other constantly. The real thrill comes when you see on of their designs leap to life in the kiln and be transformed into an eye grabbing, must have, "Wow!" piece with a simple final touch. Spend a few minutes with these two ceramic artists on this DVD and you'll feel like you're their new best friend who's been let in on a magnificent ...
