- Packing the electric kiln for a bisque firing to 1000ºC
6
- Unpacking the bisque firing
7
- Waxing the feet
8
- Glazing the vases
9
- Tidying up the glazed surfaces
10
- Packing the gas kiln
11
- Reduction firing to 1290ºC
12
- Unpacking the gas kiln
13
- Sanding the base of the vases
14
- THE FINISHED TRIO
Description:
Watch a comprehensive 34-minute pottery tutorial demonstrating the entire process of creating angular bud vases from start to finish. Follow along as high-iron stoneware clay is transformed on a pottery wheel, then trimmed, bisque fired, waxed, glazed, and reduction fired to 1290ºC. Learn techniques for preparing clay, throwing, trimming, glazing, and firing in both electric and gas kilns. Observe the step-by-step creation of a trio of unique flower vases, including detailed explanations of each stage from an experienced potter. Gain insights into the reduction firing process and its impact on the final results.
Making Handmade Vases - The Entire Pottery Process