I have been looking at beginner videos for a couple of days now. This is the first one that actually is for beginners and explains the things that beginners actually need to know. Great! Thx! :)
@@KlayCeramics Another basic beginner thing that is hard to find information about is as simple as how to handle the clay. Everyone is talking about centering clay, but things like how much water to use, and how to use it, like wetting your hands and such is non-existant. Of course it depends on so many things, but I haven't found any videos about these type of absolute basics. Things like dealing with "sticky" clay, that too much water will cause shearing etc. Probably so basic that nobody who actually has experience thinks about because they are obvious. But for someone who has no clue, these things matter. :) Again, thanks a lot. Since watching your video, I have actually been able to create a couple of items. My biggest problem at the moment is that throwing a bowl takes just a couple of minutes, but due to the amount of water added to make the clay "glide" in the hands, I have to wait 30-45 min before the object is "dry" enough to remove from the wheel.
This video is so so helpful, thanks!💗 I feel like I'm not a complete newbie anymore but whenever I haven't worked with clay in a longer time I like to 'refresh' my knowledge so this is perfect. Thanks so much! There's just one question left; I'm always wondering WHEN I need to sand down imperfect pieces? After bisque firing? I find it confusing as I was always told to only wet-sand but I'm scared to ruin my pieces when I get them to wet again or smth. Maybe you can take away my fear haha! x
So glad!💕 I usually just use a damp sponge when my piece is leather hard to smooth the surface and help with impurities but if you do want to sand down you can do it when it’s bone dry (make sure to wear a proper mask, preferably outside, and clean all the loose dust after! You can’t wet sand a piece that hasn’t been fired yet because the water will ruin/break down the piece), otherwise wet sand it once it has been bisque fired - the piece will be more strong at this point so will take a bit more work to sand it down but it’s safer than dry sanding!✨
This is amazing and really helpful. I would love to listen more tips to keep pieces in a healthy dryness transition and avoid cracking and undesired results in the different steps from leather to glazing related to humidity. Greetings from Argentinian living Mexico and building up a brand!
at 14:16 you mentioned that one should use high fire glaze on high fire clay. Does this mean that when I am using a stoneware clay, which should be fired on 1000-1300 celsius, it is okay to use whatever kind of glaze, as long as its firing temperature is between those numbers? Also, if there's no firing temperature mentioned in the description of a glaze, but is says stoneware glaze, is it safe to use it on whatever kind of stoneware?(ofc after bisque fired) I don't seem to find the answer anywhere :(
Yes, that’s correct. As long as the clay and the glaze need to be fired to the same temperature range then it will work fine together. It’s best to do test tiles when trying out a new clay or glaze which will show how well they fire and work together. Hope this makes sense!
I ordered ceramic powder 1st and and fevicol to make clay but after shaping it so difficultly after dry it have cracked on whole mugs 🥺so i am not understanding from which try of clay I should make mugs,plates,etc
Most glazes need to be applied to bisqueware (just check their application instructions). Otherwise you can get away with just doing a glaze firing but it is not recommended
Yes, as long as you coat your piece with a food safe glaze. Make sure if you’re using stoneware clay to use a stoneware glaze as they will fire to the same temperature
I have been looking at beginner videos for a couple of days now. This is the first one that actually is for beginners and explains the things that beginners actually need to know. Great! Thx! :)
So glad it was helpful!
@@KlayCeramics Another basic beginner thing that is hard to find information about is as simple as how to handle the clay. Everyone is talking about centering clay, but things like how much water to use, and how to use it, like wetting your hands and such is non-existant.
Of course it depends on so many things, but I haven't found any videos about these type of absolute basics.
Things like dealing with "sticky" clay, that too much water will cause shearing etc. Probably so basic that nobody who actually has experience thinks about because they are obvious. But for someone who has no clue, these things matter. :)
Again, thanks a lot. Since watching your video, I have actually been able to create a couple of items. My biggest problem at the moment is that throwing a bowl takes just a couple of minutes, but due to the amount of water added to make the clay "glide" in the hands, I have to wait 30-45 min before the object is "dry" enough to remove from the wheel.
Thank you for sharing. This is the best beginner video ❤❤❤
Thank you for sharing! Best beginner video to watch before I begin my first day as a pottery art teacher ❤️
Thank you! Hope it went well✨
This video is so so helpful, thanks!💗 I feel like I'm not a complete newbie anymore but whenever I haven't worked with clay in a longer time I like to 'refresh' my knowledge so this is perfect. Thanks so much! There's just one question left; I'm always wondering WHEN I need to sand down imperfect pieces? After bisque firing? I find it confusing as I was always told to only wet-sand but I'm scared to ruin my pieces when I get them to wet again or smth. Maybe you can take away my fear haha! x
So glad!💕 I usually just use a damp sponge when my piece is leather hard to smooth the surface and help with impurities but if you do want to sand down you can do it when it’s bone dry (make sure to wear a proper mask, preferably outside, and clean all the loose dust after! You can’t wet sand a piece that hasn’t been fired yet because the water will ruin/break down the piece), otherwise wet sand it once it has been bisque fired - the piece will be more strong at this point so will take a bit more work to sand it down but it’s safer than dry sanding!✨
@@KlayCeramics Thanks so much! You're so kind for taking the time to read and reply! This really means a lot💗
Happy to help!✨🤍
Awesome video thanks so very much.
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This is amazing and really helpful. I would love to listen more tips to keep pieces in a healthy dryness transition and avoid cracking and undesired results in the different steps from leather to glazing related to humidity. Greetings from Argentinian living Mexico and building up a brand!
Very informative. & congrats on the sponsorship!
Well done video. You really broke down the process. Thanks.
Hello, can you fire in the oven ?? Can you only fire the glaze in a kiln ?
It needs to be fired in a kiln because it goes up to high temperatures of 1060- 2000 degrees Celsius which an oven cannot do
Great introduction!
Thank you.
Oi, como sempre perfeito! Por gentileza eu posso usa esses esmalte em argila de alta temperatura? Obrigada.
Thank you! Yes, you use the Amaco Potters Choice brush-on glaze on high fire clay (ie. stoneware)
Thank you!very helpful 😊
at 14:16 you mentioned that one should use high fire glaze on high fire clay. Does this mean that when I am using a stoneware clay, which should be fired on 1000-1300 celsius, it is okay to use whatever kind of glaze, as long as its firing temperature is between those numbers? Also, if there's no firing temperature mentioned in the description of a glaze, but is says stoneware glaze, is it safe to use it on whatever kind of stoneware?(ofc after bisque fired) I don't seem to find the answer anywhere :(
Yes, that’s correct. As long as the clay and the glaze need to be fired to the same temperature range then it will work fine together. It’s best to do test tiles when trying out a new clay or glaze which will show how well they fire and work together. Hope this makes sense!
@ Yes it does, thank you so much! 😊
Thank you so much for your video ! Very helpful for beginners. Is underglazing mandatory or can I directly use glaze on my pieces?
So glad it’s helpful! No, underglaze is not mandatory, you can just put glaze on if you’d like. It’s just a decorative option
I ordered ceramic powder 1st and and fevicol to make clay but after shaping it so difficultly after dry it have cracked on whole mugs 🥺so i am not understanding from which try of clay I should make mugs,plates,etc
I'd suggest starting with user ready clay - it is tricky to mix and make your own clay. I recommend using stoneware clay for functional ware
Thank you dearest🫶🏻
Hello - Great video! Do you apply paint before you glaze the pottery?
Thanks! Yes, before the glaze.
Do we have to bisqfire fire??
Most glazes need to be applied to bisqueware (just check their application instructions). Otherwise you can get away with just doing a glaze firing but it is not recommended
Will that paint be safe for dinner sets trays as food will be served in it ??
Yes, as long as you coat your piece with a food safe glaze. Make sure if you’re using stoneware clay to use a stoneware glaze as they will fire to the same temperature