Overview
Watch a detailed pottery demonstration on throwing and trimming a large, indented stoneware bowl. Follow along as the process unfolds, from preparing the clay to the final stamping of the maker's mark. Witness a spectacular blooper during the bowl-making process, adding an element of authenticity to the tutorial. Learn techniques for throwing a substantial bowl, creating an indented rim, and precisely trimming the form the following day. Observe the careful hollowing of the foot ring and the application of the artist's signature stamp. Gain insights into the pottery-making process through this 17-minute video, which showcases the skills and techniques of an experienced ceramicist.
Syllabus
- Introduction
- Preparing clay
- Bowl blooper well worth a watch
- Throwing the bowl
- Indenting the bowl's rim
- Trimming the bowl the day after
- Hollowing up the foot ring
- Stamping my maker's mark
Taught by
Florian Gadsby