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Testing a Korean Trimming Tool for Pottery - Demonstration and Review

Florian Gadsby via YouTube

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Watch a pottery demonstration video as Florian Gadsby tests a Korean trimming tool gifted by master potter MoonDoBang. Learn about throwing off the hump, trimming techniques, and the differences between Eastern and Western pottery tools. Observe Gadsby's process as he centers clay, throws bowls, and experiments with aggressive trimming. Gain insights into tool selection for beginners and discover the intricacies of pottery craftsmanship. Explore the demonstration's various stages, from clay preparation to final clean-up, and benefit from Gadsby's reflections on different trimming tools and techniques.

Syllabus

- Introduction
- The trimming tool I'll be using
- Preparing the clay to throw off the hump with
- Centring the lump of clay & throwing some bowls
- Ciro's perfect performance
- Trimming the bowls & first impressions
- Trimming more aggressively
- Levelling the base with the tool
- Why do we use different types of trimming tools in the East & West
- Thoughts on trimming tools
- Would I recommend tools like this for beginners?
- Clean up

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Florian Gadsby

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