Ceramics Courses and Certifications

Florian Gadsby

Unboxing and Testing DiamondCore Tools

Unboxing and hands-on testing of various pottery tools from DiamondCore Tools, showcasing their functionality and effectiveness in ceramic crafting.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

How to Trim Pots - Tips and Tricks - A Beginner's Guide

Learn essential pottery trimming techniques, including tool selection, pot attachment methods, and troubleshooting common issues. Gain practical skills for creating professional-looking ceramic pieces.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

How to Carve Porcelain Maker's Marks - From Start to Finish

Comprehensive guide to creating porcelain maker's marks, from carving and firing to glazing and final product demonstration. Includes tips, techniques, and detailed process walkthrough.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

How to Create a Teapot - ASMR Edition

Experience the soothing process of assembling a stoneware teapot in this ASMR-style video. Watch as various thrown components come together, accompanied only by the gentle sounds of hands at work in the studio.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

Assembling a Clay Teapot - How To

Detailed demonstration of assembling a clay teapot, from trimming and fitting parts to attaching the spout and handle, with expert tips and techniques for creating a functional and beautiful piece.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

Throwing the Parts to Make a Teapot

Detailed demonstration of throwing teapot components: body, lid, and spouts. Includes tips on clay preparation, tool usage, and techniques for creating angular shapes on the potter's wheel.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

Turning Porcelain Bud Vases - A Detailed Guide

Learn techniques for trimming and refining porcelain bud vases, including centring methods, creating bevelled edges, and achieving professional finishes. Gain insights from an experienced potter's detailed process.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

Glazing and Tidying up Pots for Kiln Firing

Learn expert techniques for glazing and tidying pottery, from waxing and mixing to cleaning and recycling, ensuring pristine results for kiln firing.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

Trimming Two Porcelain Vases on My New Potter's Wheel

Detailed demonstration of trimming porcelain vases on a potter's wheel, covering techniques, tool usage, and proper positioning for achieving precise angular shapes.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

Making a Chuck and Pulling Fine Handles - ASMR Edition

Explore the intricate process of ceramic cup-making, from chuck throwing to handle carving, in this ASMR-style tutorial showcasing expert techniques for creating delicate, refined pottery.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

Recycling Clay - ASMR Edition

Relaxing ASMR guide to recycling clay, from gathering reclaim to wedging and storing. Includes plaster batt recipe and step-by-step process for preparing clay.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

How to Make Your Own Pottery Maker's Mark

Learn to create unique pottery maker's marks using porcelain clay. Discover techniques for carving, shaping, and testing your personalized stamp for branding ceramic works.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

Mixing Iron Oxide Spangles into Clay to Throw a Vase - ASMR Edition

Experience the soothing process of creating a unique vase with iron oxide spangles in this ASMR video. Watch as the clay is mixed, thrown, trimmed, and finished into a beautiful ceramic piece.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

Throwing a Stoneware Vase with Iron Oxide Spangles - Narrated

Learn to throw and trim a stoneware vase with iron oxide spangles, from weighing clay to final cleanup. Discover techniques for creating unique angular forms and achieving pleasing surface effects.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

Unboxing and Testing New Bison Pottery Trimming Tools

Detailed demonstration of unboxing and testing new Bison pottery trimming tools, showcasing various techniques for trimming different bowl shapes and explaining the process step-by-step.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video