Overview
Learn essential pottery techniques and corrections in this detailed tutorial video that addresses common throwing mistakes and demonstrates the complete trimming process for a tall jar with a stepped lid. Follow along as an experienced potter identifies and corrects a problematic throwing ring near the base that can cause vessel collapse, while providing comprehensive instruction on trimming techniques. Master the art of working with leather-hard components, handling excessive scratch marks, and executing precise trimming for stepped features on both the lid and base. Gain valuable insights into using high-pressure laminate bats, performing quality control checks, and incorporating bronze fragments into ceramic pieces. Perfect for both beginners looking to avoid common pitfalls and experienced potters seeking to refine their craft.
Syllabus
0:00 - Introduction
0:20 - The problem at hands...
2:53 - The leather hard components of the jar
3:13 - Trimming the lid
5:01 - Trimming the body
8:40 - How I deal with excessive scratch marks
9:23 - Trimming the stepped lid
13:42 - Trimming the jar's stepped base
15:48 - Why I use HPL bats, high pressure laminate
16:45 - The last bit of quality control
17:57 - Inserting the fragments of bronze
18:45 - Clean up
Taught by
Florian Gadsby