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How to Make a Large Pottery Jar - From Beginning to End

Florian Gadsby via YouTube

Overview

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Learn the complete process of creating a large pottery jar in this comprehensive 31-minute video tutorial. Follow along as an experienced potter demonstrates each step, from preparing the clay to unveiling the finished piece. Master techniques for throwing the body and lid, trimming, glazing, and firing in both electric and gas kilns. Gain insights into specialized techniques like attaching wadding and reduction firing. Perfect for pottery enthusiasts looking to expand their skills and create impressive large-scale ceramic pieces.

Syllabus

- Introduction
- Preparing clay
- Throwing the body component
- Throwing the lid
- Turning the lid and jar
- Packing and firing the electric kiln
- Glazing the jar
- Attaching the waddings
- Packing the gas kiln
- Firing the gas kiln
- Unpacking the kiln
- The finished jar

Taught by

Florian Gadsby

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