Tom Kemp
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How to write on a vase
In this video, I prepare porcelain vases thrown on the wheel which have been bisque fired. Then I show two ways in which I 'write' on the vase surface, using an underglaze pen and then using a square-edged brush. Finally we have a look at the finished pieces which have all been made for a local gallery.
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How to trim a small vase on a pottery wheel
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Here's how I deal with trimming pottery on a wheel, in this case a small vase which has been thrown off the hump, so it has a large wad of clay at the bottom which needs to be removed before carving a footring. I like to use very sharp tools which means I don't have to press hard on the pot, reducing the possibility of causing cracking. However, I have a variety of trimming tools. I wish I just...
Throwing a small vase off the hump
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Here's how I throw a small pottery vase on the wheel. I'm trying to make the walls as thin as possible but that means keeping the base and the rim quite thick as long as possible. The last few moments are quite precarious as the stability is threatened by thinning the neck. Usually it all works out alright.. This is one of my favourite forms to throw; it's technically difficult but you end up w...
How to make rune stones on a pottery wheel
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Here's how I made a set of porcelain rune stones on the pottery wheel as a gift for someone who's into them. This video shows all the different processes a piece of handmade pottery has to go through from 'throwing' to trimming to glazing. I've kept pretty quiet and just let the sounds of the studio make themselves known. Runes are made for incising: they're full of angles and straight lines wh...
How to make handles for pottery mugs
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Here's how I pull and attach handles for my pottery mugs. I use a traditional technique of pulling the handle from a lump of clay, then attaching the handle by 'scoring and slipping'. It's really important to pay attention to the relative moisture between the handle and the body to avoid cracking. Check out ua-cam.com/video/baHrt1nha9Q/v-deo.html for how I throw a clay mug on the potter's wheel.
How to throw mugs on a potter's wheel
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Throwing ceramic mugs on the potter's wheel is the just the first stage in making a mug. Here's how I throw the basic form off the hump with porcelain. If you're not familiar with this technique then you might enjoy having a go at trying to throw this simple form.
Spiral kneading (5 of 5) - how to wind up
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At the end of spiral kneading or spiral wedging, you need to wind it all up into a cone of clay suitable for using directly on the wheel. It's the trickiest part of the process because it's so easy to introduce air bubbles, just as you've got rid of them all! Here's how I wind up the cone into an air-free shape.
Spiral kneading (4 of 5) - dealing with air bubbles
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When spiral kneading, or spiral wedging, all the clay comes to the surface. This forces any air bubbles to emerge and pop. In this video I try to make an air bubble (with some success!). I also deal with the question of which way round you should do spiral kneading (clockwise or anti-clockwise / counter clockwise).
Spiral kneading (3 of 5) - how it works
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When spiral kneading, or spiral wedging, the clay moves in mysterious ways throughout the spiral. In this video we have an inside look at what goes on so it's easier to understand why and how this technique works.
Spiral kneading (2 of 5) - how to do it
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In this second video about spiral kneading, also known as spiral wedging, I show you how I actually do it. You know me by know.. I love to talk, but in this one there are real tips on how to get started with this technical and beautiful technique.
Spiral kneading (1 of 5) - what's it for?
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Spiral kneading, or spiral wedging, is a technique for removing air bubbles from clay and for mixing the clay up ready to be used. In this video I explain the principle of spiral kneading and why you might want to learn to do it.
Wedging table part 6 - mixing the plaster
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How I mixed the plaster and water and poured it into the frame. Thanks to Giuseppe Parrinello for explaining how to mix and use plaster: giuseppeparrinelloceramics
Wedging table part 7 - the result
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Cleaning up the final table.
Wedging table part 5 - getting ready for the plaster
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Sealing up the edges and making sure we're ready for pouring..
Wedging table part 4 - wiring up and calculating plaster
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Wedging table part 4 - wiring up and calculating plaster
Wedging table part 2 - making the frame
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Wedging table part 2 - making the frame
Wedging table part 3 - putting on the legs
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Wedging table part 3 - putting on the legs
Wedging table part 1 - what's it for?
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What is a wedging table and why would you want one?
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Trajan B
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Trajan C
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Trajan D
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Trajan E
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КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @lunarmoved
    @lunarmoved День тому

    I wanted to make runes in ceramic in ut was wondering if they are sturdy?

  • @JasonSipe16
    @JasonSipe16 22 дні тому

    Love this.

  • @micass3561
    @micass3561 28 днів тому

    Stunning!

  • @RosieJanie
    @RosieJanie Місяць тому

    What did you use to paint the symbols?

    • @TomKempCeramics
      @TomKempCeramics 25 днів тому

      It's coloured slip, essentially wet clay which I paint into the engraved groove, where it hardens. Then I scrape it down to the surface so it's smooth.

  • @kassik
    @kassik Місяць тому

    What a masterpiece ❤

  • @joytotheworld1748
    @joytotheworld1748 3 місяці тому

    Brilliantly done...🎉 more videos pls...

  • @Plantventions
    @Plantventions 3 місяці тому

    Nice pots!

  • @TheMarkEH
    @TheMarkEH 5 місяців тому

    Very impressive works of art. An interesting and insightful video. Thank you.

  • @verobraet
    @verobraet 7 місяців тому

    they're lovely, but how come they don't stick when firing?

  • @polinastegnienko5933
    @polinastegnienko5933 7 місяців тому

    So useful! Thank you!

  • @DesertNebula
    @DesertNebula 7 місяців тому

    You got a super steady hand!

  • @TheSpartanation
    @TheSpartanation 7 місяців тому

    Question for you: are you a perfectionist? Lol. Beautiful table!

  • @rockybarbero3448
    @rockybarbero3448 8 місяців тому

    Thank you so much for all this wonderful information. I really appreciated the information on sizing the table for my personal use. I have a standard butchard block that I thought I'd use for my base table, but I hadn't thought about the plaster being poured from the umderside of the table. So glad I stumbled onto your tutorial. I will change my ideas and stick with yours. Thanks again. Rocky 😊

  • @kizzywitch
    @kizzywitch 8 місяців тому

    Fantastic tutorial. I’m newbie to clay and have some Flax Paper Clay, my question is if I made a cup would I also need to slightly squeeze the cup rim out of shape like you did in the video to get a perfect round during the firing? I didn’t know that clay moved that much (aside from shrinking) during the firing process😮 I don’t have a pottery kiln so will be outsourcing the firings at a local pottery supplier shop.

  • @changliu9499
    @changliu9499 10 місяців тому

    Whether you add a layer of transparent glaze on the top of underglaze stroke

  • @Lisa-fe5lv
    @Lisa-fe5lv Рік тому

    Love your work!

  • @jillwazstudio
    @jillwazstudio Рік тому

    Oh, they are lovely! Beautiful gestural marks!

  • @cathyklim1328
    @cathyklim1328 Рік тому

    Thank yo so much for this video. Can you tell me the brand of the underglaze bottle/pen you are using in the video?

    • @TomKempCeramics
      @TomKempCeramics 10 місяців тому

      It's an Axner underglaze pen. Sorry for the delay in replying!

  • @johndevilbiss6607
    @johndevilbiss6607 Рік тому

    Why music so loud?

  • @ellenthompson8405
    @ellenthompson8405 Рік тому

    Absolutely stunning. Thank you so much for sharing this. I've tried to use the Mayco Designer Liner and I have struggled mightily. Would you say that feeling comfortable using the pen is a bit of a learning curve? Any ideas are appreciated!

    • @TomKempCeramics
      @TomKempCeramics 10 місяців тому

      Writing with a metal tip on bisqueware is always a bit taxing. Try to reduce the pressure on the surface to the minimum you can get away with to avoid that scratchy feeling.

  • @ellenthompson8405
    @ellenthompson8405 Рік тому

    It would be great if you could make a video on tap-centering! Thank you for showing your beautiful work - it's such a pleasure to watch!

    • @TomKempCeramics
      @TomKempCeramics 10 місяців тому

      I learned from Hsin Chuen Lin: ua-cam.com/video/8YBE_59qkAY/v-deo.html

  • @bobm2331
    @bobm2331 Рік тому

    Very clear and detailed. Tom thanks for taking the time to make this video.

  • @tonimagery
    @tonimagery Рік тому

    Very nice! Can the underglaze and clay be left raw without any clear glaze on top?

    • @TomKempCeramics
      @TomKempCeramics 10 місяців тому

      Yep - you don't need to glaze the clay but often glaze makes the colour of the lines more intense.

  • @hervedaubresse356
    @hervedaubresse356 Рік тому

    merci🤩

  • @couldwellbe4227
    @couldwellbe4227 Рік тому

    Great video and really helpful! Thanks very much for sharing these tips - much appreciated. 😊

  • @danatompkins4385
    @danatompkins4385 Рік тому

    Aluminum Hydrate doesn't melt at all.... You mean to say Aluminum Hydrate doesn't melt at the temp you are firing. Yes?

  • @regularguy8592
    @regularguy8592 Рік тому

    dayum ole chap get on with it before the thing dries out lol

  • @deepashtray5605
    @deepashtray5605 Рік тому

    Very nice work. The one thing I would add about wax resist is that it is a good idea to keep the sponges separate as it doesn't take much for a sponge to pick up a bit of resist and wipe it where you do not want.

  • @triciac1019
    @triciac1019 Рік тому

    Such a beautiful studio and pots. Your work is stunning!

  • @janlinke9854
    @janlinke9854 Рік тому

    You could have sanded it

  • @vulcanswork
    @vulcanswork Рік тому

    Brilliant. Thank you for posting.

  • @TT-fn1xb
    @TT-fn1xb Рік тому

    This series is helping me so much and even though calligraphy is not your main thing anymore, I'm glad to be able to learn from someone so skilled. Thank you Tom.

  • @erkschadeable
    @erkschadeable Рік тому

    Thanks for this, reading this technique made no sense until I saw this

  • @edstud1
    @edstud1 2 роки тому

    I like this video because he actually shows what tools he uses!

  • @edstud1
    @edstud1 2 роки тому

    very cool idea! I like this video!

  • @carolynjunegates8086
    @carolynjunegates8086 2 роки тому

    Hi Tom, thank you for giving us your insight on glazing your vases. I like the dynamic of your glaze. You did not show how you applied the transparent glaze on the outside after you have brushed on the underglaze. So I wonder how you did it without smearing your brushstrokes. Would be delighted to receive an answer .

    • @TomKempCeramics
      @TomKempCeramics 10 місяців тому

      I've been off UA-cam for ages and only just seen your message! For small pieces like bowls I just dip them in glaze with glaze tongs. For larger pieces I spray them with glaze. The brushstrokes only smear if they are touched.

    • @carolynjunegates8086
      @carolynjunegates8086 10 місяців тому

      @@TomKempCeramics Thank you for your response 😁

    • @themis3396
      @themis3396 8 місяців тому

      Ok, now we're talking😂❤

    • @themis3396
      @themis3396 8 місяців тому

      Good question

  • @eucalyptustrees
    @eucalyptustrees 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this series!

  • @jodispade1333
    @jodispade1333 2 роки тому

    Beautiful job! Very thorough explanation I really appreciate it!

  • @robertpitcher6119
    @robertpitcher6119 2 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing your techniques. May I ask, what is the underglaze pen you used?

  • @clayeasy
    @clayeasy 2 роки тому

    Great video Tom!

  • @CB-sc7cf
    @CB-sc7cf 2 роки тому

    Thanks Tom - am really enjoying your videos. I’m new to Ceramics (my background is Printmaking) and - like you - am learning lots through UA-cam. Can you tell me which powdered underglaze you were using please? I like the idea of mixing up my own stuff but am getting really confused about what to buy from suppliers. Thank you!

    • @TomKempCeramics
      @TomKempCeramics 2 роки тому

      I just experimented a lot with different brands and colours. Currently I generally tend to use underglaze powder from a UK supplier (Potclays) plus a tiny amount of Mason stain.

    • @triciac1019
      @triciac1019 Рік тому

      A safety thing. Mix your powder glazes outside. Sand pots outside. If you have a bucket of already mixed glaze, powder and water, you can stir those back up inside.

  • @trixmagosara3923
    @trixmagosara3923 2 роки тому

    So pretty lovely design and colours

  • @mirandadavis5887
    @mirandadavis5887 2 роки тому

    Thank you. Your explanation of wheel speed when shaping is just what I was looking for. I've been having trouble with shaping and then becoming off-center.

  • @hannahmartin5419
    @hannahmartin5419 2 роки тому

    So incredibly helpful. I’ve watched many videos on spiral wedging and this one made the most sense to me. Thank you!!

  • @potrix_ceramix
    @potrix_ceramix 3 роки тому

    Thank you for that. Is there a reason for glazing the foot at the same time as the inside? My thought that it is a clever way to add moisture to the foot, so that you don't get to thick a glaze application on the inside at the bottom. I have found that when pouring the glaze into a bisque pot, because if the time it takes to pour it around and out, the glaze is quite thick on the bottom. Which can lead to cracking as it dries and crawling when fired.

    • @TomKempCeramics
      @TomKempCeramics 3 роки тому

      I apply my transparent glaze quite thinly so I don’t get a big build up in the bottom inside. Often I have the opposite problem where the footring is trimmed quite thinly so I need to let the glaze in the footring dry thoroughly before glazing the inside; otherwise I don’t get enough glaze sticking to the bottom inside!

  • @SallyRoperPottery
    @SallyRoperPottery 3 роки тому

    I enjoyed that, thanks

  • @Majoofi
    @Majoofi 3 роки тому

    Very nice work.

  • @elliekemp8733
    @elliekemp8733 3 роки тому

    Another great and interesting video!! I can't wait to see the next one!! Take care xx

  • @crostofor
    @crostofor 3 роки тому

    cool stuff :)

  • @erickdelarosa17
    @erickdelarosa17 3 роки тому

    Excelente trabajo Tom ;)