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Beginner Ceramics

How to Center Clay – A Beginner’s Guide

This amazing video shown above which is full of helpful visual insights was posted by Florian Gadsby.​ Hey, so you wanna center clay on the wheel? Awesome. Let’s get into it. If you’ve ever sat down at the wheel, slapped a ball of clay on there, and watched it wobble

Building a Business

Keeping Safe in Your Home Studio

Setting up a home studio is an exciting process! Not only does it provide the convenience of easy access, it allows you to customize your setup for exactly your own needs and preferences. This can lead to greater productivity, as well as helping with motivation and enjoyment. As you go

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Insurance for Ceramic Artists: Everything You Need to Know

For ceramic artists like ourselves — whether you’re a functional potter, a sculptor, or an installation artist — the process of bringing our visions to life is a labor of love. However, amidst the passion and artistic fervor, it’s crucial not to overlook the practical aspects of your craft. That’s

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10 Artist Residencies in Europe You Should Apply To

Welcome to Part 3 of our continuing exploration of artist residencies for ceramic artists! In today’s post we’ll be looking North of the equator to share 10 opportunities in Europe that we think are worth applying to. With its rich artistic history and vibrant art scenes, Europe truly has a

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The Value of Newsletters for Ceramic Artists

In the world of ceramics, we craft more than just pottery; we mold stories, emotions, and creativity into every one of our pieces. Yet, in this digital age, the art of ceramics needs more than just skilled hands. It requires a strong online presence to connect with a wider audience

Studio Safety & Wellness

Understanding Silicosis

As ceramic makers, we often find solace in the tactile nature of working with clay. However, amidst the joy of sculpting and crafting, it’s crucial to be aware of potential health risks associated with certain materials, particularly silica dust. Silica, a common component in clay and glazes, can pose a

Building a Business

Avoiding Maker Burnout

As creative individuals, we are always full of new goals for our ceramic business — whether it’s aiming for a certain level of sales, getting that new website up and running, starting a newsletter, or all of the above! We love what we do and we want to succeed at

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Kevin Kowalski’s Beautiful Chemical Reactions

Learn how to do Mocha Diffusion: http://www.kowalskipottery.com/mocha-diffusion.html Artist and educator Kevin Kowalski began working with the decorating technique called Mocha Diffusion and has been showing

Advanced Ceramics

Dipping Tongs and Pot Lifters

When it comes to working in the studio, dipping tongs and pot lifters can make a potters’ job much easier. While there are other tools

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Ceramic flowers style Capodimonte

In this video we see Sonda Ceramics, the Italian Capodimonte Ceramic style, the company which produce ceramic flowers, show us how they produce their gold