POTTERY BASICS - A beginner's guide to the stages of CLAY!

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  • @rayannahorvath5259
    @rayannahorvath5259 4 роки тому +119

    I’ve been doing pottery for about a year and a half. I love it so much. I really want a small studio of my own.

    • @toriandtoni523
      @toriandtoni523 3 роки тому +2

      Same here welll I haven’t done it for a year I am just leaning in to it. I am looking forward to it! Probably going to do it from home to pottery Class.

    • @annaheya2109
      @annaheya2109 3 роки тому +2

      I want to be able to do this at home and make my own coffee cups!! But it looks too complex 🤔

    • @boleyn8463
      @boleyn8463 3 роки тому +7

      I just started today. Bought basic tools and 3kg clay as beginning 😅

    • @SpectriumLyrics
      @SpectriumLyrics 6 місяців тому

      @@boleyn8463 i wanna do it too wut i dont have that kind of oven

  • @lh9638
    @lh9638 4 роки тому +214

    Can you do a video about the differences in types of clay (porcelain, stonewares, etc.)

  • @xtinecp
    @xtinecp 3 роки тому +6

    Just started a pottery class and was told to find some videos to watch between classes. Found this and it was a perfect reinforcement of what they discussed in class. Thanks!

  • @Okayletsg0
    @Okayletsg0 2 роки тому +5

    I made the worlds shittiest cup today with some clay I was offered at uni, but I’m proud of it. Thanks for giving me a heap of helpful info to help me do better next time

  • @ridespirals
    @ridespirals 4 роки тому +3

    how is it that every activity in the world has a beautiful stylish charismatic person making high quality vids about it. this must be what the future is like.

  • @chrisweber455
    @chrisweber455 4 роки тому +54

    Yes could you talk about finding your own clay and making your own glaze (wear the material comes from for glazes)

    • @Nguyenduykhanh1994
      @Nguyenduykhanh1994 4 роки тому

      Are you interested in handmade ceramics?
      I am Khanh living in Vietnam. Currently, my work is related to handmade ceramic products from Bat Trang, Vietnam has a history of thousands of years of pottery production.
      I often record clips of those products and upload them to youtobe for keeping, with the purpose of saving these artwork over time.
      Let me retain those priceless beauties with time.
      Do not let the priceless beauty around us be forgotten, save them with clips.
      If we are passionate, subscribe to the channel to receive notifications about the latest clips.
      Sincerely thank you.!
      ua-cam.com/video/RCvnZuZ6Xa0/v-deo.html

  • @lawnagamble4665
    @lawnagamble4665 3 місяці тому

    I’m studying for my art content area certification exam. This was a PERFECT summary for quick study. Thank you!

  • @Mama_Toby
    @Mama_Toby Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this. ❤May 11th is the day my husband and I got married. May 11th 2022. We are coming up on our 1 year anniversary 🎉. Thanks for the beginner tips 😊

  • @aaronbishop2003
    @aaronbishop2003 4 роки тому +4

    I feel like my glazing is so boring... It has taken me a while to warm to your drips but I've been playing with Amaco's more fluid glazes and I'm hooked on layering and flowing colors. I know you did a video in the past, but I'd love to see more glazing tips.

  • @No0neButMe
    @No0neButMe 3 роки тому +2

    I just started my pottery class this week! Bet your videos are going to be a helpful reference and if not at least you are handsome.

  • @kellytousi7145
    @kellytousi7145 4 роки тому +2

    Hi Jon. Good high level overview. I would love to hear some of the less common “tips and tricks” at each stage to help potters who want to make high quality pots. I know you have these in many other videos but I could see a follow on video for each stage that is a complication of your best practices. As I have been practicing and connecting with potters I am picking up things like how they ensure smooth bottoms, how to avoid drips on kiln shelves, etc. one video for each stage that pulls this together could be awesome!

    • @fritz5701
      @fritz5701 4 роки тому

      you could see about me .......avoid dripping : if you have a glaze that drips but with a expression jou love , dont change the formular ...the expression can get lost .....you must yourself ...think up ! a method that dripping not reaches shelve , and try out by firing , maybe again and again............

  • @samanthaweber2195
    @samanthaweber2195 3 роки тому +1

    I’ve worked with pottery since I was maybe 5... it’s always challenging but I love getting to occasionally do it and getting to see my progression

  • @edrozenrozen9600
    @edrozenrozen9600 3 роки тому +1

    Thinking about starting pottery
    Thanks for the intro!

  • @ComfySunday
    @ComfySunday 4 роки тому +109

    hello art class

  • @rachelmaguire3870
    @rachelmaguire3870 3 роки тому +2

    This is perfect. Thank you for making this.

  • @sydneym2550
    @sydneym2550 4 роки тому +3

    I think I remember you mentioning in a previous video that you might do a video that gets into the details of e-commerce and such. I was wondering if you would be interested in sharing some of the ins and outs of using Etsy, maybe something about why you use it, your opinions for how to charge for shipping, packaging, warranty etc... I'm sure a lot of people who can't sell their stuff in person right now would be into it!

  • @ItsmeDeapool
    @ItsmeDeapool Рік тому +1

    Woah! You have talent! I also love the positive energy, it’s pretty special

  • @raquelreyes4325
    @raquelreyes4325 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you for sharing this video about the stages of clay! ☺️

  • @laughterismedicine5481
    @laughterismedicine5481 3 роки тому

    Beginner potter here! I think your videos are really cool

  • @Quest-Giver
    @Quest-Giver 4 роки тому +58

    you mentioned digging up your own clay, any chance of more videos regarding homemade clay in the future? I've been experimenting with it a lot but would love to see your take on it the whole process!

    • @fritz5701
      @fritz5701 4 роки тому

      a best white burning-clay or ceramic mass ,then specially for dishes ,to use up to porcelain temp. ,has to be formulated and then processed by professional Firm . A general formulare is : 75 % Si , 15 % aluminium oxid

    • @Nguyenduykhanh1994
      @Nguyenduykhanh1994 4 роки тому +2

      Are you interested in handmade ceramics?
      I am Khanh living in Vietnam. Currently, my work is related to handmade ceramic products from Bat Trang, Vietnam has a history of thousands of years of pottery production.
      I often record clips of those products and upload them to youtobe for keeping, with the purpose of saving these artwork over time.
      Let me retain those priceless beauties with time.
      Do not let the priceless beauty around us be forgotten, save them with clips.
      If we are passionate, subscribe to the channel to receive notifications about the latest clips.
      Sincerely thank you.!
      ua-cam.com/video/RCvnZuZ6Xa0/v-deo.html

    • @Petquest_gaming
      @Petquest_gaming 2 роки тому

      I have used my own clay I have dug up there are videos on how to do it it works great

  • @Stanociloc
    @Stanociloc 4 роки тому +2

    I wonder if you'd ever be interested in doing a "What happens in the kiln" basics? Vitrification, why greenware is water-soluble but once it's bisque it will last forever... It's so fascinating and there are NO videos explaining what's up. :)

  • @kingdan9968
    @kingdan9968 4 роки тому +19

    Can you do a video on the tools you need to make all the items and how much they cost? Including the bisque fire and glaze fire?

  • @countrylifeisfineletsgo5931
    @countrylifeisfineletsgo5931 4 роки тому +4

    great video. i have wanted to do this since i was like 16. never tried yet! stumbled upon your videos last month and you got me interested again. Can you do a video on what people would need to start (wheel kiln etc)? Thanks

  • @SuzyQXiong
    @SuzyQXiong 3 роки тому +1

    This was SOOOO informational!!!! Turned my fat today from 0 to 100 in seconds!! Been debating about making pottery.

  • @ebbi.studio
    @ebbi.studio 3 роки тому +5

    I want to start. But the equipments needed are too many. Huhuh

  • @scottalan3569
    @scottalan3569 Рік тому

    Just wanting to learn how to do pottery. I know that your videos will teach me how. I look forward to more videos to learn from.

  • @alekbustamante3461
    @alekbustamante3461 4 роки тому

    You should make a video on what it’s liked to be an Etsy seller, to give insight to those you might have inspired to want to sell their own pottery... and how they can profit and maybe even make a living out out it! I think it would be a really cool video!

  • @gregoryallenn
    @gregoryallenn 3 роки тому

    Need more happy creators like you 🎖🎖❤️💛

  • @abigaildonovan361
    @abigaildonovan361 4 роки тому +2

    Do you have any recommendations for a teenager looking at buying a potters wheel? I took a class in school last year and loved it, but due to quarantine I can’t visit any studios and my family is considering the option of purchasing a wheel instead. I know it’s uncommon for a beginner to own one (especially at my age) and the situation would likely be complicated by the need for a kiln, but if you have any advice or opinions on the matter I would really appreciate it. I love your videos!

  • @puff.puffball937
    @puff.puffball937 2 роки тому +2

    Does the finished pottery have to be glazed? Or can it be solely painted? Or do you paint it and then glaze it?

  • @Aviinata
    @Aviinata 3 роки тому

    As a beginner icant get all these machines ,I expect that i will find what I really need , so if u have a different ways and simpler fs without those machines try to share it!thanku

  • @shelleyolds1212
    @shelleyolds1212 4 роки тому

    Dehydroxylation and Vitrification. I taught those two terms to my ceramics students so that would be the only thing that you could add to the video to help people understand what exactly happens when the pieces dry out and fuse together after firing.😜

  • @aushamatic
    @aushamatic 3 роки тому

    Ok so this might be a stupid question: As a COMPLETE beginner, does it make sense to get a pottery wheel right off the bat? Are there other things I should focus on before purchasing one or is really just about throwing yourself into it?

  • @andreaslimans7115
    @andreaslimans7115 4 роки тому

    can you tell your story about how you start your own pottery studio? also can you give some advice for young starters who have a plan to build their own pottery studio for the first time. thankyou. btw i just seen this video bcs i start to curious and interest about being a pottery artist, and how they really manage their own workplace. thankyou 😝

  • @markkoval5984
    @markkoval5984 3 роки тому +1

    Pretty cool, clay seems like a much less complicated and tedious product to work with vs. epoxy molding (tedious AF)

  • @Believe_the_Bible
    @Believe_the_Bible 3 місяці тому

    Question: Is there a way to prevent the mold or discoloration on the bottom of my mugs and bowls? No one ever mentions the condition of their pottery after a number of uses.. Mine gets so dirty or moldy I need to sand it off with my diamond sanding sponges every so often. Thanks

  • @matthewmorgan3397
    @matthewmorgan3397 4 роки тому +6

    I have been extracting clay out of the soil from my back yard, having a hard time finding and information on firing temperatures. Any suggestions would be helpful.

    • @fritz5701
      @fritz5701 4 роки тому

      see my comment above ( Quest Giver)

  • @guachingman
    @guachingman 6 місяців тому

    here I am trying to watch videos of the fabled relaxing pottery making ASMR and find myself in the midst of a neurotic cacophony of noises, faces, effects and "so excited s" lmao, great info though thanks and there goes my feedback yay woo hey ah

  • @scrappypainter7361
    @scrappypainter7361 4 роки тому

    Excellent video. Wish it was around when I started potting as you explain it really well. Like watching your videos...like I said you explain processes well. Loved watching your son potting. He's very cute.

  • @dianalovesuxoxo
    @dianalovesuxoxo 4 роки тому +18

    Is it safe to have a small kiln in a room within our home? Or even a basement?
    Great video btw, super informative! Thank you!

  • @Rockin.Bakken
    @Rockin.Bakken 4 роки тому +3

    I want to get into making pottery & I can’t find any classes locally (southern MN). They are mostly in the twin cities area. And now classes are on hold due to covid. What would you say the best route would be to learn?

    • @momadhis
      @momadhis 4 роки тому

      I bought a cheap wheel. I have it set in my bathroom (its pretty crowded, to say the least) .... but cant complain of spending to much time in there to. it is messy but I am loving it even at every mistake I do. I van be frustrating at the beginning... but the best way to learn is hands on.

  • @stephenmadachik3353
    @stephenmadachik3353 4 роки тому +5

    Jon, I love your videos and share them frequently. Thank you for producing them. Also loved the reverse throw snippet.
    As a beneficial addition, It would be nice to see the same sized pots thrown in each of the stages to see how much they have reduced in size after the bisque and glaze stages. When I first started, I didn't realize how much larger I needed to throw to end up with the right finished size. Do you do anything to measure them on the wheel for consistency?

    • @sophiafenger
      @sophiafenger Рік тому

      Did you ever figure out a good way to measure the size reduction during each step?? I know it’s literally been three years, but I’m curious

  • @virginiaarthur4683
    @virginiaarthur4683 4 роки тому +9

    I was wondering how you know if all of the moisture is out or not. how long do you usually have to wait from being leather hard?

    • @justinedungo7706
      @justinedungo7706 4 роки тому +3

      Plus one to this question! Do you have any tips for knowing when it is fully bone dry and ready for the kiln? If there is moisture still left, what happens?

    • @kutsia1345
      @kutsia1345 3 роки тому +1

      @@justinedungo7706 if there’s moisture inside they clay still it can explode in the kiln, learned this in my ceramics class in high school, and it usually takes 2-3 days for it to become bone dry

    • @justinedungo7706
      @justinedungo7706 3 роки тому

      @@kutsia1345 thank you!!

  • @Monkey.dAdam1
    @Monkey.dAdam1 2 роки тому

    I’m a beginners in pottery. I noticed you had the mug you threw on a square bat that was not attached to the wheel and lifted the mug off with the bat attached. Could you tell me what you used. Thank you for your tutorials!

  • @andreapompeo7110
    @andreapompeo7110 4 роки тому +1

    Hi Jon. I am a beginner and appreciate your tutorials. Questions...Which name brand wheel would you reccomend, also, I noticed a square board on top of your actual wheel. Am I correct in saying so. Please explain and as a beginner, what Materials do I need. Thanks Andrea NYC

  • @sophiafenger
    @sophiafenger Рік тому

    Might be an obvious answer, but is “bone dry” pottery the kind of texture that you can still scratch off the material with your nail or leave nail marks?

  • @alexandrajamroz857
    @alexandrajamroz857 4 роки тому +1

    About how long between the first and second step? You mentioned that you had made it in the morning... thanks!

  • @kirkkesler294
    @kirkkesler294 4 роки тому

    Watching you throw it backwards was cool!😁

  • @kuncorowibowo3145
    @kuncorowibowo3145 3 роки тому

    Thank you for making this video!

  • @gaildm
    @gaildm 4 роки тому +2

    Love your videos. Can you do one on glaze combinations?

  • @shellycross1
    @shellycross1 4 роки тому

    You are so likable!

  • @katherineb715
    @katherineb715 2 роки тому

    Yess this is what I needed to know 😅thank youuuuuu

  • @OddityAbyss2021
    @OddityAbyss2021 4 роки тому

    Awesome video! I had no idea there were so many stages

  • @rogermq12
    @rogermq12 9 місяців тому

    Can I ask a newbie question? If I make something just from clay and let it dry (not using the bisquefire) , is that enough to use, like making a key holder for my home?

  • @paelipane1
    @paelipane1 4 роки тому +1

    any tips for finding places to dig up good-quality clay, from any locale?

  • @alex225able
    @alex225able 4 роки тому

    Hi Jon! Can you give some more details about your wooden worktable please? I am planning to have one made for my home pottery studio setup.

  • @moomooteam3016
    @moomooteam3016 Рік тому

    thanks so much for the tutorial now l can share with all my classmate

  • @shannonwood2649
    @shannonwood2649 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the videos. I am considering getting into this to help me relax. Working with my hands tend to help me relax. I have been getting a lot of tension headaches lately so time to find a tension outlet. Would you say this is a good choice?

    • @Duci1989
      @Duci1989 3 роки тому

      I'm here for the same. I imagine it is relaxing,cause once you get the hang of it you can probably choose to either focus or let your mind run free while having your hands busy.

  • @JoshElrod-lb9ib
    @JoshElrod-lb9ib Рік тому

    Thank You so MUCH ..
    WONDER FUL FILM ..
    🙏💜

  • @verahajekie134
    @verahajekie134 3 роки тому

    Hello ... what camera did you use to film your video. It’s so clear and nice

  • @jujual-k3609
    @jujual-k3609 4 роки тому

    Have you tried using more colorful glazes ? like those sprinkles glazes

  • @lisalovelylpa
    @lisalovelylpa 4 роки тому

    Nice video thanks !!!!!!
    Still looking to buy a kiln. I think you have videos on that subject ?

  • @ghayafatani3854
    @ghayafatani3854 4 роки тому

    Can you do more videos about firing

  • @vanzetti7
    @vanzetti7 4 роки тому +1

    Man you should do an online course on this!

    • @a.katherinesuetterlin3028
      @a.katherinesuetterlin3028 2 роки тому +1

      Oh, that would totally be worth the cost of a subscription to Skillshare! 😁😁

  • @meitsme8864
    @meitsme8864 Рік тому

    How did you dip the entire mug and coat the bottom without it getting stuck!

  • @MrsNoji
    @MrsNoji 4 роки тому +2

    Oh this is cool!
    I wish I could just.. have a little studio.. just for myself

  • @va_bg
    @va_bg 3 роки тому

    Hello! Nice video, I really liked it))) I have a question what if you want it to be just Glazed?

  • @helenadiosa6599
    @helenadiosa6599 4 роки тому +4

    "Thankyou Mr.Potter. I really like the colors you used for glazing.." Talula age 8

  • @kimberlymorris7508
    @kimberlymorris7508 2 роки тому

    I am interested in getting started. Where is your shop located? Anything you can recommend in the Chicagoland area? South suburbs?

  • @aljoharaolayan
    @aljoharaolayan 4 роки тому

    Thank dear Jon for your nice tips, I suggest more slab technique In making videos in the future🥰

  • @Sandra-ur9uh
    @Sandra-ur9uh 3 роки тому

    New follower and loving your videos!
    Can you make a video further explaining Bisque-firing(I might have spelt that wrong)/first-firing?

  • @debihoyt2802
    @debihoyt2802 Рік тому

    Just getting started in pottery. SOOO much to learn!!! You said your sale in May is central time. Where are you located? I'm central time also, Wichita, KS. Just curious. Love you and your wife's videos and pottery. Watched the luminaries yesterday. I'm digging those and feel confident that one day I WILL make one!! lol. They are beautiful! Too bad you didn't get home with all of the ones from your wedding that you made. That had to have taken a long time!!! Thanks for sharing instructions and your pieces.

  • @jameswoods1415
    @jameswoods1415 3 роки тому

    Is bisque firing essential or can you glaze and fire immediately? What's the purpose of bisque firing?

  • @blackmamba3427
    @blackmamba3427 3 роки тому

    Awesome video and pottery. Loved it 😀 ❤ 😍 ♥

  • @jeffreyhennen8764
    @jeffreyhennen8764 3 роки тому

    Hello Jon,
    I am living in the suburbs of minneapolis. Do you knwo of any beginner level pottery classes that are currently open that have more than just a single day for the 2-3 hour sessions?
    I am brand new at throwing pottery and going to be starting with limited experience from sculpture making.

  • @carmenmiller6622
    @carmenmiller6622 3 роки тому

    I like the bisque color, do you have a clear glaze that would leave it that way?

  • @axelbryllederechoboholst2254
    @axelbryllederechoboholst2254 4 роки тому +1

    I have a question sir, Im just new here to your channel, did you go to school to learn pottery or just a hobby?

  • @hattiehullinger6483
    @hattiehullinger6483 4 роки тому

    If I don’t have a wheel because i’m a beginner, what should i put the clay on when working with it?

  • @anindyasekar506
    @anindyasekar506 3 роки тому

    Which part for colouring with underglaze? Is it before bisque or after bisque? Thanks

  • @janyou765
    @janyou765 3 роки тому

    I just inherited some unlabeled pottery clay. How do I tell what type of clay I have? And what its cone #?

  • @judyl.761
    @judyl.761 10 днів тому

    Is it toxic to drink from? Can you microwave it?

  • @lrmodranoel
    @lrmodranoel 4 роки тому

    Very nice video. Inspiring

  • @kristys7172
    @kristys7172 4 роки тому

    Love it. How's remodel of Mocha Monkey going?

  • @finnalboss-gaming9456
    @finnalboss-gaming9456 Рік тому

    Wow the video ive been looking for :) !

    • @finnalboss-gaming9456
      @finnalboss-gaming9456 Рік тому

      Can you do another one but this time with you adding paints before firing ?

  • @jerem18h
    @jerem18h 3 роки тому

    Hey man thanks for the vid, if I have a leatherhard/bonedry project that wasn't finished but I wanted to modify it do I just soak it in some water or do I have to pulverize it and completely start over? Basically how do I make it malleable again?

  • @jibzz4749
    @jibzz4749 3 роки тому

    thank you

  • @graceraisedmeup8036
    @graceraisedmeup8036 4 роки тому

    What's that machine bud in which the clay was heated. Loved the video . God bless you mate.

  • @reneeyoungblood5911
    @reneeyoungblood5911 4 роки тому

    Hey Jon! Would you mind sharing what kind of shelving you used in your new studio? Did you build it or did you order it from somewhere? We are building a new studio soon and love your shelving!

    • @maxcarp805
      @maxcarp805 4 роки тому

      looks custom built in my opinion

  • @razanakramawi2723
    @razanakramawi2723 4 роки тому

    Thank you 😊 Good Luck 💐

  • @ms.presilsportraits7323
    @ms.presilsportraits7323 3 роки тому

    There's greenware too, is it needed to mention

  • @akimafficortez4353
    @akimafficortez4353 2 роки тому

    Thanks

  • @gtrapper3745
    @gtrapper3745 4 роки тому

    Great vid, thumbs up!!!!

  • @karelysanchez9950
    @karelysanchez9950 3 роки тому

    Hi! I’m super interested in starting but I don’t have a kiln. Can I use my oven?

  • @user-tm8zn7hy3e
    @user-tm8zn7hy3e 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much❤️🇸🇦

  • @momentswithmandy3582
    @momentswithmandy3582 4 роки тому

    Do you have any tips on firing? I’ve only just got my kiln?

  • @ninaeve9580
    @ninaeve9580 Рік тому

    Thank you ☺️

  • @aly55sa
    @aly55sa 3 роки тому

    How long after glazing can you put it back in the kiln? And what glazes are safe in the kiln (won’t stick to the bottom?

  • @oloutback92
    @oloutback92 3 роки тому

    Do you have to let the glaze dry before placing into the kiln?

  • @paulgunter5537
    @paulgunter5537 4 роки тому

    thank for the video

  • @pinkracer123
    @pinkracer123 3 роки тому

    That's a Hume Lake sweatshirt! :)