One of the easiest ways to get started in ceramics is through hand-building. This method doesn’t require special tools or much skill in manipulating a potter’s wheel, and instead allows you to create an object with your hands and a few basic tools. Although it’s an excellent place for those just beginning to learn about… 

Glazing is one of the most intriguing parts of ceramic making. A piece that looks very plain and unfinished before the kiln can be totally transformed once the glaze is applied and fired. Color, texture, glossiness, transparency, and how light reflects on the surface are just some of the factors that can be affected by… 

No one enjoys a cracked piece. It seems like you can spend all day forming the clay, smoothing it, adding texture, and then find out you have a crack somewhere. The cracks can happen during the drying process, or they might occur after firing. Cracking isn’t something you can always prevent, but there are some… 

One of the most rewarding aspects of working in ceramics is discovering your own style. In the early stages of your work, you’ll naturally want to try out new forms, colors, textures and finishes. You may take inspiration from the work of other potters, or try out styles you’ve seen somewhere else. But over time,…