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- Introduction
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- Throwing inkwell
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- Illustration about wall thickness, clay distribution
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- Trimming inkwells using a chuck
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- Discussing the chuck
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- Cross section of inkwell
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- Loading the electric kiln for a bisque firing to 1000ºc
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- Waxing the base
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- Glazing the inkwells
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- Cleaning up the glaze
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- Loading and firing the gas kiln in reduction to 1290ºc, cone 10
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- Before and after example
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- Finished piece with cork and ink dip pen
Description:
Learn the complete process of creating a pottery inkwell in this comprehensive 17-minute video tutorial. Follow along as the instructor demonstrates throwing an inkwell on the potter's wheel using 200 grams of clay, trimming, bisque firing, glazing, and reduction firing in a gas kiln. Gain insights into wall thickness and clay distribution through detailed illustrations. Explore techniques such as using a chuck for trimming, waxing the base, and cleaning up glaze. Observe the loading and firing processes for both electric and gas kilns, with temperatures reaching 1000°C and 1290°C respectively. Compare before and after examples, and view the finished piece complete with cork and ink dip pen. Perfect for pottery enthusiasts looking to expand their skills in creating functional ceramic pieces.

How to Throw, Glaze and Fire a Pottery Inkwell - From Beginning to End

Florian Gadsby
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