Making Plates with Mouldy Clay - From Throwing to Firing

Explore the intricate process of creating ceramic plates from mouldy clay in this comprehensive 17-minute video tutorial. Follow along as the artist demonstrates throwing, trimming, and firing techniques, including a unique method for treating mouldy clay with bleach. Observe the bisque firing process in an electric kiln, followed by waxing and glazing steps. Gain insights into reduction firing at 1290ºC in a gas kiln, and learn about post-firing finishing touches like sanding. The tutorial concludes with a practical demonstration of the finished product, offering a complete view of the ceramic plate-making process from start to finish.