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| 62. What is Eco-conscious Pottery Colour? - Eco-conscious Pottery Colour Series: Part 1 | 01 Sep 2024 | ||
Colour in pottery is usually created with commercial metal oxides available as a raw material or as an ingredient in stains. In the first of this five-part podcast series to celebrate the release of the book ‘Eco-conscious Pottery Colour: A guide to colouring ceramics with scrap metals, glass, plant ash and clay’, we explore what Eco-conscious pottery colour is and why it’s great for Potters, and the Earth. *A paper copy of Eco-conscious Pottery Colour is available from Amazon here. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ----------------------------------- Resources for Potters: Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon | |||
| 61. How to join clay together without it cracking: 5 Simple Steps | 18 Aug 2024 | ||
So many pottery projects involve joining clay together and it’s not unusual for clay to crack apart after it's been joined. Join me for this episode where I talk about my 5 simple steps for joining clay together to stop clay from cracking apart! *Join clay that is the same level of dryness, you can encourage this by keeping clay in a damp box. *Use vinegar to ‘melt’ the joining surface of the clay. *Score the surface of the areas to be joined. *Use slip on the joint (and superpower this by mixing in paper fibres!). *Dry your pottery slowly to prevent some parts from drying faster than others and cracking apart. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 52. My Absolute Number One Pottery Tip | 28 Apr 2024 | ||
After years of practising pottery, I’ve distilled the absolute one thing every Potter needs to know: be kind to yourself! Although being kind to yourself doesn’t seem like it has anything to do with making pottery! Self-kindness is actually something that superpowers your pottery learning journey and helps you cultivate a growth mindset. Being kind to yourself is an absolute must for learning any new thing that requires a lot of patience and making ‘mistakes’ along the way - like pottery! Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 51. 5 Different Types of Mould Used in Pottery | 14 Apr 2024 | ||
Using moulds in pottery is amazing! Moulds allow Potters to make the same shape consistently over and over again, create sets of pots, and save time and energy in their making process. Moulds can be used to make the main body of the pot or for creating decoration. In this episode I talk about the 5 types of moulds available to Potters and how each one is used: *Press mould *Hump mould *Slip-casting mould *Sprig mould (plaster of Paris) *Sprig mould (silicone) Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 50. When Do You Need an FFP3 Face Mask in Pottery | 31 Mar 2024 | ||
Pottery is a very safe activity but there are certain times when Potters need to protect their lungs from fine powders. That’s where FFP3 face masks come in! In this episode, I talk about what an FFP3 face mask is, how it works, and four scenarios when a Potter would need one: *When making pottery glazes or clay. *When sieving plant ashes. *When scraping dry clay. *When applying glaze to pottery by spraying. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 49. How to Make Your Own Pottery Clay | 17 Mar 2024 | ||
Did you know that clay is actually made from lots of different materials such as crushed rocks, ball clays and china clay? Making your own clay can be a great option for Potters who want to know exactly what ingredients are going into their clay to minimise the environmental impact of their pottery. Making clay yourself can be cheaper than buying it commercially and you can save the time, effort and CO2 emissions of haulage to get (heavy!) wet clay to you. In this episode, I talk you through the ingredients and process I use to make my own stoneware clay. Firstly by creating a casting slip, that I later reclaim back into clay for throwing! Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 48. 16 non-pottery things that are great to use in Pottery: Part 2 | 03 Mar 2024 | ||
There is some incredible equipment out there that is not necessarily made for the handmade pottery industry, but Potters can use it for amazing results! In this 2 part episode series I’ll tell you about 16 of my favourite pieces of non-pottery equipment that I regularly use to make my pottery. There's actually so much great equipment out there that I had to split this topic into two parts! In part 2 I tell you about how I use these things in pottery: *Silicone spatula *Gardening Scoop *Stone Pestle and Mortar *Slate Table Mats *Tea Towel *Flexible Bucket (also known as a Flexi Tub) *Tupperware boxes *Makeup brushes Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 47. 16 non-pottery things that are great to use in Pottery: Part 1 | 18 Feb 2024 | ||
There is some incredible equipment out there that is not necessarily made for the handmade pottery industry, but Potters can use it for amazing results! In this two-part episode series I’ll tell you about 16 of my favourite pieces of non-pottery equipment that I regularly use to make my pottery. There's actually so much great equipment out there that I had to split this topic into two parts! In Part 1 I tell you about how I use these things in pottery: *Cellulose Decorators Sponge *Microfibre Cleaning Cloth *Plasterer’s Bucket *Electric Paddle Mixer *Enamel Pie Dish *Vegetable oil *Bamboo Kitchen Roll *Catering Electric Stick Blender Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 46. What is Vinegar Used For in Pottery | 04 Feb 2024 | ||
Did you know that vinegar has several uses in pottery? In this episode, we explore three excellent ways Potters can use vinegar in their work, from helping to stick clay together, to thickening slips and even as an ingredient in making homemade pottery colouring oxides! Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 45. 10 Best Slip Casting Tips | 21 Jan 2024 | ||
Slip casting is a fantastic way of making pottery. It allows Potters to make the same shape of pot over and over again, saving time and effort. Slip casting also allows Potters to make sets of items and standardise their making process to ensure they can consistently replicate the quality of their pots. At Oxford Clay, I've been slip casting for a number of years now and have experienced a lot ups and downs with learning the process! In this episode, I talk about the 10 best slip-casting tips I’ve learned over the years, from making your own casting slip to adding paper to the slip recipe to strengthen the clay! The stoneware slip-casting slip recipe mentioned in this episode can be found in the book Eco-Friendly Pottery: 30 Simple Ways to Make Your Pottery Practice More Ethical and Sustainable, by Oxford Clay available on the Oxford Clay website or on Amazon. Links for the Eco-Friendly Pottery Book with the slip recipe: Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 44. How to Make a Plaster Mould in Pottery | 07 Jan 2024 | ||
Plaster moulds are a great resource for Potters. Moulds can be used in pottery to press clay into (a press mould), smooth clay over (a hump mould), or pour liquid clay into (a slip casting mould). Plaster moulds allow Potters to make lots of the same shapes of pots simply and accurately. At Oxford Clay, I use a one-part plaster mould for slip-casting my work. In this episode, I talk through the step-by-step process of how I make my plaster moulds, by casting the profile of an enamel pie dish into plaster of Paris. You’ll hear how achievable making your own plaster mould really is! Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 43. What is a Clay Body? | 24 Dec 2023 | ||
What are clay bodies made from and do you need to make your own as a Potter? Have you ever heard the term ‘clay body’ and been curious about what it means? Well, the ‘clay body’ and clay are the same thing! In this episode, we investigate what clay or clay bodies are made from, how they’re made and three reasons why a Potter may choose to make their own. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 60. Listener Questions: Glaze Crazing and Pinholing | 04 Aug 2024 | ||
Thank you for your listener questions! This is the first listener question episode, and we're talking about about crazing and pinholing in pottery glazes. The listener questions in this episode are: Is it a defect of the glaze to have pinholes or hairline cracks after firing? Are these fired glazes permeable and will food residues settle in them over time, especially if you only wash them by hand? Can crazed and pinholed pottery go in the dishwasher? Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 42. 5 Tips for How to Have Original Creative Ideas in Pottery | 10 Dec 2023 | ||
If you've ever felt blocked creatively in pottery or like nothing you’re making is any ‘good’ (who hasn’t?) this episode is for you! We discuss five tips for getting your creative flow back and generating original ideas in pottery. Some of them are just about getting out of our own way and not believing the thoughts our brains like to generate about our pottery practice. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 41. Simple Material Swaps to Make More Eco-friendly Pottery | 26 Nov 2023 | ||
There are many simple pottery material swaps Potters can do to make their pottery practice more eco-friendly. In this episode, we explore some easy pottery materials to switch from less eco-friendly to more environmentally friendly ones. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 40. Prioritising Your Creativity with Emily Marston from Emily Marston Ceramics | 12 Nov 2023 | ||
In this episode, I speak to Emily Marston from Emily Marston Ceramics. Emily runs pottery workshops in Oxford for beginners, and handbuilds pottery and ceramic jewellery from her Oxford-based studio. Join us for this conversation about the highs and lows of making pottery! Emily tells us about her own creativity, the joy she gets from seeing other people make and fire their pottery at her workshops, and the things she does to prioritise and nourish her own creativity. I hope it inspires you to prioritise and nourish your own creativity too. Check out Emily’s Pottery here:https://www.emilymarstonstudio.co.uk/ Find out more about Emily’s pottery workshops here: https://www.emilymarstonstudio.co.uk/ceramicworkshops Follow Emily on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/emilymarstonstudio/ Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 39. What is the Difference Between Earthenware and Stoneware in Pottery | 29 Oct 2023 | ||
Earthenware and stoneware are terms used in pottery to describe different clays and glazes. You may have wondered what the difference is between earthenware and stoneware in pottery. In this episode, we discuss the difference between earthenware and stoneware pottery and the temperatures in Celsius and Fahrenheit that classify each category. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 38. 3 Amazing Pottery Books To Inspire You | 15 Oct 2023 | ||
In this episode, we discuss three excellent pottery books and how they have inspired both my pottery and my creativity in general. The books cover paper clay, natural glaze making and slip casting. Perhaps they will inspire you too! The Books talked about in this episode are: The Essential Guide to Mold Making & Slip Casting, by Andrew Martin, 2007, Lark Ceramics Books Natural Glazes: collecting and making, by Miranda Forrest, 2018, New Ceramics Paperclay: Art and Practice, by Rosette Gault, 2018, New Ceramics Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 37. How to Stop Cracking in Pots | 01 Oct 2023 | ||
There is nothing more annoying than finding out that one of your beautifully made pots is starting to crack as it dries, or that the handle is starting to crack off your beautifully made mug. In this episode, we explore why cracking in pottery happens and how to stop it. I go through the top tips I’ve learned to stop cracking in hand-built pots, pots that are thrown on the wheel, and pots that are slip-cast (which are notoriously prone to cracking!) Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 36. What is a Kiln Firing Schedule? | 17 Sep 2023 | ||
Have you ever wondered how a pottery kiln actually fires pottery? How does a kiln know how much to heat when, and for how long? Well in this episode we discuss what a pottery kiln firing schedule is and the key terms used to describe the different stages of kiln heating and cooling. We also go through an example of what a kiln firing schedule looks like for a bisque and stoneware glaze firing. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 34. A Potter’s Secret Weapon: Baking Equipment! | 20 Aug 2023 | ||
Did you know that Potters can use equipment originally designed for bakers? There are so many amazing pieces of equipment that bakers use for baking, cake decorating and sugarcraft that Potters can use too! Cake fondant has nearly the same consistency as clay and can be pressed, moulded and shaped in nearly the same way. In this episode, we explore some of the best baking and sugarcraft equipment that Potters can use in their practice. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 33. 3 Pottery Tool Swaps for More Eco-friendly Pottery | 06 Aug 2023 | ||
There are many things Potters can do to switch their tools from less eco-friendly to more environmentally friendly ones. In this episode, we explore some easy swaps Potters can make, from paint brushes, and eliminating chamois leather from their practice to the ever-useful sponge. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 32. Packaging Pottery Plastic-Free | 23 Jul 2023 | ||
Pottery can be safely packaged and sent in the post without the use of bubblewrap. This allows the receiver to recycle all of the packaging easily and if it is disposed of in landfill, paper and cardboard packaging will fully biodegrade. In this episode, we explore the method I use at Oxford Clay to safely package work for sending in the post without the use of plastic bubble wrap or plastic tape. Find out how to package pottery using one hundred per cent paper and cardboard packaging which is sealed with paper tape and vegetable starch glue. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 59. How to make pottery glaze tests | 21 Jul 2024 | ||
Experimenting with making pottery glazes is one of my absolute favourite things to do. In this episode, I tell you how I make my glaze tests at Oxford Clay, and how you can do the same! Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 31. How to Assess The Environmental Impact of Any Pottery Material | 09 Jul 2023 | ||
It can feel overwhelming trying to understand if the pottery materials you use have a negative impact on humans, animals or the environment. In this episode we explore a simple framework you can apply to any pottery material to better understand its environmental and social impact. Read a more detailed explanation of this framework in this book: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/p/eco-consciouspotteryglazingebook Find out the energy mix of a country or region using this report: https://www.bp.com/en/global/corporate/energy-economics/statistical-review-of-world-energy.html Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 30. How to Read a Pottery Glaze Recipe | 25 Jun 2023 | ||
Glaze recipes may seem complicated to read but they are actually very simple. In this episode, we explore the principles of a glaze recipe and how to read them, how to weigh out the ingredients, including any colouring oxides and how much water to add when making a glaze. We also explain what to do if you accidentally add too much water to your glaze. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 29. 5 Tips For Pulling Handles in Pottery | 11 Jun 2023 | ||
‘Pulling’ a handle may seem like a very difficult thing to do in pottery, but it is actually very achievable. Pulled handles look amazing and can really elevate the beauty of a pot. In this episode we explore what pulling a handle actually means, how handles are pulled in pottery, and five of the most helpful things I’ve learned for fantastic pulled handles. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 28. 3 Tips For Rolling Out Clay | 28 May 2023 | ||
Rolling out clay is a brilliant skill in pottery, you can use the slab to build a slab pot, or push clay into a plaster press mould to make a bowl or plate. In this episode we explore three tips to help you roll out clay to ensure a smooth bump-free, crack-free clay slab. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 27. How Potters Can Make Their Own Colouring Oxides | 14 May 2023 | ||
Commercial metal oxides used by Potters to colour their work are some of the most environmentally harmful pottery materials. However, Potters can circumvent these supply chains by making their own metal oxides from recycled metal! In this episode, we explore the process of making Iron Oxide (rust) and Copper Oxide (verdigris) from scrap metal and how Potters can use these homemade colourants in their work. The course mentioned in this episode: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/p/make-your-own-metal-oxides-from-recycled-metal-mini-course The book mentioned in this episode: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/p/eco-consciouspotteryglazingebook Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 26. What is Slip Casting? | 30 Apr 2023 | ||
An amazing way for Potters to create consistent shapes in their work. Slip casting is a fantastic resource for Potters who want to create the same shape of pot, multiple times. In this episode, we explore what slip-casting is, how slip-casting moulds work, and where to look if you want to learn more about this amazing pottery practice. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 25. 5 Things To Try When Your Pot Goes Wrong | 16 Apr 2023 | ||
Ever had one of those times where every pot you try and make goes wrong?! Here’s what to do next. Making pottery involves a lot of trial and error, testing and ‘failing’ and there are times when it feels like everything you're trying to make is going wrong! Whilst it may feel disappointing, these are actually the times when you are learning and growing your skills the most. You are at your growth edge pushing the boundaries of your skills and experience with clay. But what can you do with your pot when it doesn't turn out the way you want it? Well, actually, there are loads of things! In this episode, we discuss 5 things you can do when the pot you're making on the wheel isn't turning out the way you wanted it, and what to do next. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 24. 7 Ways to Find Pottery Glaze Recipes | 09 Apr 2023 | ||
There are so many amazing sources of pottery glaze recipes out there for Potters, but how do Potters actually find pottery glaze recipes? In this episode, we explore seven fantastic ways for Potters to find pottery glaze recipes. 17 simple glaze recipes are detailed in this book by Oxford Clay: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/p/eco-consciouspotteryglazingebook The glaze recipe website mentioned in this episode is: https://glazy.org/ Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 23. 5 Of The Weirdest Things I’ve Made into a Pottery Glaze | 26 Mar 2023 | ||
Any plant can be turned into ash that can make a pottery glaze! In this episode, you can hear about some of the weirdest plant-based things I’ve turned into a pottery glaze from banana skins to tea bags and pond algae! All of these plant ash glazes are in the book ‘Pottery Glazing with Plant Ash’ by Oxford Clay: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 22. Agromining Metals: The Future Of Pottery Colour? | 12 Mar 2023 | ||
Agromining is the practice of using plants to mine metals from the soil. In this episode we explore what agromining is, and how it could be used in the future to create eco-conscious colour in pottery. As plants grow they take up metals in the soil, and store them in their tissues. Scientists can extract these metals by harvesting the plants, drying and burning them and extracting the metals. The hyperaccumulator plants used in agromining can also be used to decontaminate polluted soil. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 58. 5 Ways to Recycle in Pottery | 07 Jul 2024 | ||
In this episode, I talk about 5 simple things you can do to recycle resources in pottery! The 5 things I talk about today are: *Collecting Rainwater to use in pottery *Reclaiming used clay back into new clay *Turning scrap metal into colouring oxides *Making pottery glazes from plant ashes *Using glass in pottery to add colour and decorative detail Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 21. 5 Beautiful Glazes Made with Plants | 26 Feb 2023 | ||
You can make a glaze from any plant ash! hear about 5 beautiful ones. Every plant ash glaze is completely unique because of the unique mineral and trace metal composition of the ash. In this episode, you can find out about 5 of the most beautiful glazes in the book ‘Pottery Glazing with Plant Ash’ by Oxford Clay: https://www.oxfordclay.co.uk/shop/ebooks From purples and browns to light pink, blue and white, plant ash glazes can naturally produce many beautiful colours in pottery. The Glaze Recipe used in this episode is: Cornish Stone - 40 Parts Plant Ash - 40 Parts Quartz - 20 Parts Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 20. Using Glass in Pottery | 12 Feb 2023 | ||
Mixing glass and ceramics can have amazing results. In this episode, we discuss some ways to mix glass and ceramics together for beautiful decorative effects in pots. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 19. Barriers to Eco-conscious Pottery and Actions Potters Can Take | 29 Jan 2023 | ||
In this episode, we talk about three barriers Potters face when seeking to make their pottery practice more eco-conscious. We discuss some great sources of information for Potters and what actions Potters can take. The pottery materials website mentioned in this episode is: https://digitalfire.com/ Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ----------------------------------- | |||
| 18. Warping in Pottery 5 Tips to Avoid it | 15 Jan 2023 | ||
Warping is at the top of the most annoying things that can happen to pottery! Often only appearing at the final stage of the making process, at the glaze firing stage! In this episode, we explore what warping is, why it happens and five top tips to prevent warping in your pots. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 17. How To Stay Safe In Pottery | 01 Jan 2023 | ||
In pottery there are a few key hazards that it is important to protect yourself against when working with clay and glaze materials. In this episode we explore the hazards in pottery and how Potters can mitigate these hazards using some simple practices and easily available safety equipment. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 16. How to make a Pottery Glaze and Read a Glaze Recipe | 18 Dec 2022 | ||
Have you ever wondered how pottery glazes are made? In this episode, we go through the process of making a glaze and how to read a glaze recipe. We talk about the importance of wearing an FFP3 face mask when working with powders in pottery, how to store your glaze to prevent it from drying out and what to do if you add too much water to the recipe. If you’ve never made a glaze before, it's very simple and you can do it! Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 15. What is Raw Glazing? | 11 Dec 2022 | ||
In this episode we explore the benefits of raw glazing, and some top raw glazing tips. Raw glazing is the practice of glazing a pot before it has been bisque fired, at the greenware or leatherhard stage. Many Potters don't practice this technique because it can be tricky. However, with the right clay and glazes, this technique can save Potters the time, energy and money involved in the bisque firing. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 14. Pottery Equipment from the Supermarket | 04 Dec 2022 | ||
Supermarket pottery equipment best buys. Did you know that many household items for cooking, cleaning and baking can be used for Pottery making! In this episode we explore some of my favourite items easily available from supermarkets that can be used by Potters. Non-specialist equipment Is often cheaper and easier to source than specialist pottery equipment. Of course sometimes specialist equipment is needed but there is also great equipment available from the supermarket! Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ----------------------------------- | |||
| 13. How to Create Eco-conscious Pottery Colour | 27 Nov 2022 | ||
Pottery is usually coloured with metal oxides but these are some of the most environmentally harmful pottery materials. In this episode, we explore some environmental and social issues with metal oxides. We then talk about 3 ways Potters can colour their work in more environmentally conscious ways. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 12. 5 Tips for Avoiding Plaster Disaster | 20 Nov 2022 | ||
Five top tips for avoiding the most common disasters involving plaster in pottery Plaster of Paris is such a helpful material for Potters, because it sucks the water out of clay (in a good way). Potters use a Plaster slab for reclaiming wet clay and for mould making. In a plaster mould clay shrinks allowing it to be released from the mould. Moulds can be press moulds, hump moulds or slip casting moulds. But Plaster can also be tricky to work with. In this episode we explore five plaster disasters to avoid when working with plaster (all of which have happened to me, apart from the blocking the pipes one!). Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 57. Welcoming your Pottery Questions on the Podcast | 30 Jun 2024 | ||
Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 11. Can You Recycle Clay? | 13 Nov 2022 | ||
Have you ever wondered whether clay is recyclable? Well the answer is both yes and no! In this episode we explore how clay can be recycled and how potters do this in a process called ‘reclaiming’. Learn about some tips for reclaiming clay as well as at what point clay can no longer be reclaimed and it has to be repurposed instead. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ----------------------------------- | |||
| 10. The Problem With The Colour Blue In Pottery | 06 Nov 2022 | ||
Blue in ceramics is made from Cobalt Carbonate and Cobalt Oxide mined mainly in the Democratic Republic of Congo. An estimated 20-30% of Cobalt is mined by artisanal miners. In this episode we talk about some issues in the Cobalt supply chain that have been researched and documented by the human rights organisation Amnesty International. We talk about some alternative ways to create colour in ceramics. The report from Amnesty International mentioned in this episode is called ‘This is What we Die for’: https://www.amnesty.org/en/documents/afr62/3183/2016/en/ Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 9. The Magic of a Damp-box | 30 Oct 2022 | ||
What damp-boxes are, why they’re great, and how to make your own! Damp-boxes allow Potters to prevent their work from drying out so they can work on it later. They can also help to even out the dryness of pots and prevent cracking. In this episode we talk about damp-boxes, why they are great and how to make your own very easily and cheaply from a plastic storage box. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||
| 8. Four Special Things Cultivated by Pottery | 23 Oct 2022 | ||
Pottery cultivates patience, persistence, resilience and learning to accept imperfection. In this episode, we explore how by practising pottery you can also cultivate these four special characteristics. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ------------------------------- Resources for Potters: ⭐ Pottery Paperback Books available from Amazon Free Pottery Guides: 🆓 Download the Free How to Make a Pottery Glaze Workbook (suitable for beginners): 🆓 Download the Free How to programme an Electric Kiln for bisque and stoneware glaze firings (includes full kiln firing schedule) ------------------------------------ | |||