Learn the fundamentals of pottery wheel techniques in this comprehensive 25-minute video tutorial. Master the art of centering clay, throwing pots, and removing finished pieces from the wheel. Discover essential tips and tricks for each step of the process, including wedging clay, coning, opening the clay lump, pulling up walls, using a sponge, and cleaning up the pot. Explore rim techniques and learn how to cut off uneven edges. Gain valuable insights into different throwing methods and perspectives to enhance your pottery skills.
How to Centre Clay and Throw Pots on the Pottery Wheel
Overview
Syllabus
- Introduction
- Importance of wedging clay and a recommended weight to begin throwing with
- How to centre the clay
- How to cone the clay up and down
- Removing the gritty surface
- Opening up the lump of clay
- Pulling up the walls of the pot
- Using a sponge to throw
- Cleaning up the pot to be lifted away
- Discussing the rim of a pot
- Cutting off an uneven rim
- How to remove the pot from the wheel
Taught by
Florian Gadsby
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