Category Archives: Surface Decoration

The Potter and the Baker

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Rae

I love to cook; but baking was never a passion.  It had to do with 2 things: calories and messiness.  No matter what you bake, there are a lot of calories.  And, sous-potter, Jeff, doesn’t like breads or sweets, which … Continue reading →

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Bonne Anniversaire!

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Rae

One year!  It has been one year since I started this blog.  And, I have to say, that I have enjoyed working on it more than I would have thought.  I enjoy finding photos and working out ideas to share. … Continue reading →

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Scavenging for Scrolls

Posted on September 10, 2011 by Rae

We recently hosted some of our Colorado family who chose to spend their vacation with us.  And, September is a wonderful time to visit Eastern NC (as long as the hurricanes stay away).  One of the places we took them … Continue reading →

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Know Thy Glazes

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Rae

The focus of 2010 was to work out some glaze combinations that would enhance the functional pottery that we love to make.  In order to accomplish that, we made hundreds of small bowls.  (I had been making test tiles but … Continue reading →

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A Potter’s Most Challenging Request

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Rae

I love mugs and I love making mugs – they are probably my favorite pots to make.  However, I shudder with anxiety when some one wants to replace a beloved but broken mug. As a potter, I get a lot … Continue reading →

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A Potter’s Most Valuable Skill

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Rae

The most beneficial thing that I have gained by attending workshops is participating in critiques.  And, although subjecting my pots to open opinion was uncomfortable, I have had really positive experiences and gained a lot of insight. Self-critiquing is a … Continue reading →

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Considerations and Logistics: Brush Strokes

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Rae

In this series of entries, I am sharing some of the discoveries I am making as I try to add texture and interest to my pots. Some techniques I have been experimenting with are: Slip trailing Carving Brush strokes Tape … Continue reading →

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Considerations and Logistics: Tape Resist

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Rae

In this series of entries, I am sharing some of the discoveries I am making as I try to add texture to my pots. Some techniques I have been experimenting with are: Slip trailing Carving Brush strokes Tape and wax … Continue reading →

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Considerations and Logistics: Carving

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Rae

In this series of blog entries, I am sharing some of the discoveries I am making as I try to add texture to my pots. Carving is one of the techniques I have been using recently.  When I began carving … Continue reading →

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Considerations and Logistics: Slip Trailing

Posted on April 9, 2011 by Rae

Insight:  Embellishing the pot surface is more complex than simply adding slip or carving a design. As with most things, one decision impacts several others  which means that there are several considerations and some logistics to work through as I … Continue reading →

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