In this article you will learn actionable steps on how to glaze your pottery without a kiln. Most ceramics projects I and my students complete require a glaze and I have found that many artists would like to work on their pieces at home. Sometimes it’s just not possible to make it to the studio …
Many students over the years have asked me if you can fire pottery without a kiln and while firing your pottery project without a kiln is more challenging it can be done! So if you do not have access to a kiln or just are looking for a creative way to fire your clay with …
Are you looking to find out the difference between terracotta and clay? After reading this article you will know the answer in complete detail so without further delay let’s get to it! What Is The Difference Between Clay and Terracotta? Clay is a natural occurring material that is used in a number of products. Terracotta …
I get a lot of questions from my beginner students about pottery vs ceramics. So in this article you will learn the answers to the most often asked questions such as: What is the difference between ceramics and pottery? What is pottery? What are ceramics? Are all ceramics made out of pottery? And is everything …
What is the difference between a gas kiln and an electric kiln? I have been asked this many times by my students so I decided to write out this article so if you are wondering the same thing read on! What Is A Gas Kiln Gas kilns are the most widely used type of fuel …
Can I have a kiln in my house? The answer is yes! I get asked this question by my ceramics students all the time and if you are wondering the same thing then you will learn how to safely use a home kiln from this article. Tips For Using A Kiln At Home Because kilns …
When working with beginner ceramics artists I am often asked what are the three types of ceramics? Since there are so many people unsure on what the answer is I decided to write a straight to the point article so after reading this you will know what those types are and what they are used …
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Are you searching for the best ceramic glaze? Finishing off your ceramics project with a high quality glaze will make them stand out. And after reading this article you will know the top color and clear ceramic glazes on the market. Check the links below for customer reviews and prices for the top rated ceramic …
Are you new to making pottery clay? Don’t be intimidated the process is not that bad and it’s pretty fun too. After reading this article you’ll know everything you need to start making pottery clay that you can use for your own art projects. If you are fortunate enough to have naturally occurring clay in …
Are you looking for the best heat treating oven? Whether you are a beginner or an expert knife maker an evenheat oven is essential to creating a high quality blade. Heat treating ovens come in many sizes with numerous features. I’ve reviewed the top rated heat treating ovens available and after reading this article you …
Are you searching for the best metal clay kiln? Whether you are new to using a kiln or an expert looking for a metal clay firing kiln for home I have reviewed the top rated models available. After reading this article you will know my metal clay kiln recommendations. Check the quick list below for …
Are you searching for the best slab roller for clay? I’ve used dozens of slab rollers over the years and whether you want a hand slab roller, mechanical or electric slab roller I’ve reviewed the top models on the market and after reading this article you will know my recommendations. Check the quick list below …
Are you searching for the best clay extruder? I’ve used a number of clay extruder models over the years and for this article I’ve reviewed the top clay extruders on the market. And after reading this article you will know my recommendations. Check the quick list below for links to customer reviews and prices for …
Are you searching for the best clay for sculpting? I’ve been sculpting for many years and I’ve tried a number of sculpting clay makers and for this article I have reviewed the most popular sculpting clay on the market. After reading this article you will know my recommendations. Check the quick list below for links …
Are you searching for a kiln pyrometer? I’ve used a number of pyrometers over the years and for this article I have reviewed the best kiln pyrometers on the market. After reading this article you will know my recommendations. Check the quick list below for links to customer reviews and prices for my kiln pyrometer …
Are you searching for the best pottery tools? While tools do not make the artist, having the right tools prevents the tools from getting in the way of making your art. I’ve used a lot of different pottery tools over the years and for this article I’ve reviewed the top pottery tools on the market. …
Are you looking for the best kiln for glass fusing? Whether you are an experienced glass worker or beginning your journey it is possible to get a high quality glass fusing kiln without breaking the bank. I’ve reviewed the top rated kilns and after reading this article you will know my recommendations. Check out the …
Are you looking for the best ceramic kiln for home use? There have been a number of kilns designed for use at home in recent years. I love this development but unfortunately not all models perform to the standard most ceramics artists demand. To narrow down to the best home ceramics kilns I have reviewed …
Are you searching for the best pottery wheel? I’ve used a number of potters wheels over the years and when I wanted to have one at home I took a lot of time pouring over the most popular pottery wheels available. In this article you will see my picks for the top pottery-wheels, and whether …