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How to Make a Pottery Mug, from Beginning to End - ASMR Version

Florian Gadsby via YouTube

Overview

Experience the soothing process of creating a pottery mug from start to finish in this 26-minute ASMR video. Follow along as clay is prepared, thrown on the wheel, and shaped into a mug form. Learn about throwing mirrors and trimming chucks as the mug is refined and a handle is crafted and attached. Observe the bisque firing process, from packing to unpacking the kiln. Discover glazing techniques, including waxing the base and cleaning the glazed piece. Gain insights into kiln preparation, including cone selection and packing the gas kiln. Witness the firing process and unveiling of the finished mug. This comprehensive guide covers every step of mug-making, providing a relaxing and educational experience for pottery enthusiasts and ASMR fans alike.

Syllabus

- Introduction
- Preparing clay
- Throwing mug
- Explaining throwing mirror
- Flipping mugs onto their rims
- Discussing trimming chuck
- Trimming mug
- Showing mug cross section
- Pulling handle 'blanks'
- Attaching handle
- Pulling handle
- Cleaning up finished mug
- Wrapping up chuck
- Packing bisque kiln
- Unpacking bisque kiln
- Waxing mug base
- Glazing mug
- Cleaning glazed mug
- Preparing cone for the kiln, cones 8, 9 & 10
- Packing gas kiln
- Firing gas kiln
- Unpacking gas kiln
- Finished mug

Taught by

Florian Gadsby

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