by Rae | Feb 27, 2013 | How-to, Teaching
Making large pots seems is a challenge that all potters attempt. In one sense, throwing a large pot is evidence of accomplished skill because it shows that a potter can maneuver the technical challenges to handling a lot of clay. After I had been throwing for a few...
by Rae | Feb 7, 2012 | Class, Dinnerware, How-to, Multiples
When making functional pottery it is vital that the pots perform their role well; but, when making dinnerware sets, it is also necessary to consider how those pots function when they are NOT in use. So once you have acquired the skills to make similar pots the same...
by Rae | Feb 3, 2012 | Class, Dinnerware, How-to, Multiples
“Technical ability grows naturally with experience, but conceptual rigor needs constant attention and exploration.” Sean O’Connell Although not all potters aspire to be production potters, all potters will benefit from the skills required to make dinnerware. Potters...
by Rae | Jan 31, 2012 | Class, Dinnerware, How-to, Multiples
Although not all potters aspire to be production potters, all potters will benefit from the skills required to make dinnerware. Potters who can make multiple pots similar in form and size are efficient throwers and have the technical skills to accomplish any sort of...
by Rae | Jan 28, 2012 | Class, Dinnerware, How-to, Multiples, Review, Scale, Tools
There are two fundamental challenges to making dinnerware. The first challenge is to make similar pieces look similar (i.e. one salad plate should look like all the other salad plates). This is accomplished by making pots that are the same size and shape. Making...
by Rae | Jan 13, 2012 | About Me, Books, Teaching
“Anyone with the time and inclination can acquire the technical proficiency. To achieve greatness though, that requires artistry, imagination, and thoughtfulness.” – Christopher Paolini I was listening to...
Recent Comments