Pinholes are one of the most common imperfections that occur during or after glazing pottery. Although you may prefer to have a few pinholes for beauty and stylistic reasons, you will also want to minimize them for safety and hygiene. In order to do so,…
As a Speedball Artista tabletop pottery wheel owner, I can say without a doubt that this is a good purchase for beginners, professionals, and hobbyists alike. Speedball became the Artista portable pottery wheel manufacturer when it was acquired by Creative Industries back in 2009. This…
Breaking a cherished piece of pottery that has been in the family for generations can be devastating. Even if it’s a brand-new piece or something you just pulled out of the kiln and dropped to the floor, the feeling is no different. Can pottery be…
There are different opinions as to which way is better, Sitting or Standing. Sitting down may give you more control over your clay, but Standing up may be easier on your back. Regardless of the type of Pottery Wheel, you decide to get – Sitting…
The process of mixing your own unique underglaze colors can be exciting. We’ll walk you through what materials and tools are needed to get started on making your own colors and shades of underglaze. Also provide some helpful tips that can make the process easier…
Many people say the terms pottery and ceramics are interchangeable without distinction. Still, you may wonder if the two words have a difference. The differences will soon become easier to understand. Pottery is a type of ceramic, but not all ceramics are pottery. Pottery is…