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How to Mix Pottery Glazes and How I Glaze Pots - Narrated Version

Florian Gadsby via YouTube

Overview

Explore the intricate process of mixing pottery glazes and learn various glazing techniques in this comprehensive 20-minute tutorial. Discover essential safety measures, including proper ventilation and mask usage, before delving into the step-by-step process of weighing raw materials, adding water, and mixing glazes with a blunger. Master the art of sieving glazes and learn efficient clean-up methods. Gain insights into wax preparation and application techniques for cups and teapots. Observe demonstrations of glazing various pottery shapes, including cups, teapots, and bowls. Pick up valuable tips such as dabbing water on teapots to enhance the glazing process. Conclude with a bonus segment on pottery-related topics. Perfect for both beginners and experienced potters looking to refine their glazing skills.

Syllabus

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- Introduction
- Ventilation
- Mask
- Weighing out raw materials
- Adding extra water
- Mixing glaze with blunger, mixer
- Sieving glaze
- Clean up
- Preparing wax
- Waxing cup
- Glazing cup
- Cleaning up glaze
- Waxing teapot
- Dabbing water on teapots to help glazing
- Glazing teapot
- Glazing bowl
- Talking shop bonus

Taught by

Florian Gadsby

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