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Learn how to make pottery cylinders, like clay cups and vases, on a pottery wheel with expert tips in this free video art lesson.
There are 23 videos in this series:
Get an introduction on how to make a pottery cylinder, like a cup or vase, with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn how to wedge the clay when you make a pottery cylinder with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn how to center the clay when you make a pottery cylinder with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn how to pull up the walls of the clay when you make a pottery cup with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn how to shape the clay when you make a pottery cup form with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn how to center the clay when you make a pottery vase with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn how to pull up the walls of the clay when you make a pottery vase with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn how to create a narrow clay neck when you make a pottery vase with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn more ways to create a narrow clay neck when you make a pottery vase with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn how to trim the bottom of the clay when you make a pottery cylinder with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn how to trim a footed pottery cup with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn more ways to trim a footed pottery cup with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn how to trim a three footed pottery cup, with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn how to trim a three footed pottery cup, with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson. Part 2.
Learn how to trim a three footed pottery cup, with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson. Part 3.
Learn how to make stamping decorations on the clay when you make a pottery cylinder with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn more ways to make stamping decorations on the clay when you make a pottery cylinder with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn how to make carving decorations on the clay when you make a pottery cylinder with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn how to center and open the clay when you make a large pottery cylinder with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn how to pull up the walls of the clay when you make a large pottery cylinder with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn more ways to pull up the walls of the clay when you make a large pottery cylinder with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn how to smooth the throwing lines of the clay when you make a large pottery cylinder with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
Learn how to shape the clay when you make a large pottery cylinder with expert tips for throwing on a pottery wheel in this free video art lesson.
People have been making pottery bowls, figures and other clay ware for centuries. Pottery vessels created to carry food or water date back as far as 10,000 BCE in Japan and North Africa, and were originally hand built and fired in bonfires. The potter's wheel was developed around 6,000 BCE in Mesopotamia and completely revolutionized pottery production. Made from sand, grit, crushed shell or other crushed vessels, pottery clay could be be molded by adding water. Clay bowls, cups, plates and vases are then fired in a kiln to create a permanent change in the clay, increasing strength and hardness.
In this free video series our expert will demonstrate how to make pottery cups and vases. Pottery cylinders can range in size and shape, but are quite useful and beautiful. Our expert will demonstrate how to wedge, center and form clay into cups and vases. You will also learn how to trim the foot and decorate your cup or vase using a variety of pottery techniques. Whether you are just a beginner on the pottery wheel, or a seasoned potter, let our expert give you some great tips and advice on making pottery cups and vases.
Lucy Fagella Lucy Fagella, a gifted Massachusetts artisan creates unique and beautifully detailed hand made pottery. Lucy has been teaching pottery since 1986. “I get such a kick out of teaching pottery, seeing students faces as they watch the magic happen when a lump of clay becomes a beautiful piece of pottery before their eyes.” Lucy established www.luciapottery.com in 2005. When you visit her website you will find an array of functional pottery for everyday use; bowls, cups, plates, teapots, French butter bells. You will also find her more sculptural work, elegant, timeless containers to hold the memories and ashes of a loved one. If you live locally, come visit, take a class, learn more about the art of pottery.dkdk
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