this video really took me back to when I had a "2 man" small pottery back in the 70's/80's. I did all the glazing, kiln firings amongst all the other things to do with running a business, my partner did all the throwing. Thanks Matthew for reminding me :)
Hey Matthew ..watching you work..so methodical.repetitive.its inspiring..you have it down to a science...nice steins.beer mugs..it tires me to watch you..I like the music .I think one song sounded like Zeppelin..country blue grass..I know you bringing home the bacon..what a business.thanks for the informative videos.
All those Christmas ornaments! Must be getting towards winter if you are cranking out those amazing ornaments! So nice that you are also using your skills to help the local hospice.
great work! I really like the way you handled the glazing of the mugs, very efficient. was wondering, in the spray booth, were you finishing off the bottom 2/3 of the mugs with another glaze? or are they just left unglazed?
Can I ask what you are doing to your shelves before you put them in? And for the shelves with just flat pieces on them, are you just putting wadding as props? Am about to make a lot of pendants and keen to maximize on space. Just did our first gas firing today. Not finished yet. Opening tomorrow. Exciting!
I was sanding the shelves before loading. I use silicon carbide sandpaper to remove any debris left from previous firings. I don’t use any wadding in my gas kiln usually. I have 1” posts that I cut to use for short shelves.
Did you glaze the ornaments on both sides? And if so, how did you place them in the kiln without them sticking to the boards? I want to make a mobile for my nice but want the ornaments to be glazed on both side (because they’re going to turn, obviously).
It's always a pleasure watching you work. I love these causal instructional, talk as you work videos. I've learned a lot. Thanks for sharing your talent, skills and time.
this video really took me back to when I had a "2 man" small pottery back in the 70's/80's. I did all the glazing, kiln firings amongst all the other things to do with running a business, my partner did all the throwing. Thanks Matthew for reminding me :)
19:20 A great supervisor checks in, makes sure you're working, and doesn't linger.. super efficient.
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Great comment and yes I knew you all would love seeing him come to inspect the progress. Haha!
Hey Matthew ..watching you work..so methodical.repetitive.its inspiring..you have it down to a science...nice steins.beer mugs..it tires me to watch you..I like the music .I think one song sounded like Zeppelin..country blue grass..I know you bringing home the bacon..what a business.thanks for the informative videos.
Thank you so much for sharing your process, a rare opportunity. It’s okay to talk! Don’t fret. Hope your ups and downs have you and your family okay.
everyone is fine. Just had a big delay in the kiln finishing/firing schedule but its all good. Got me down for a bit though.
All those Christmas ornaments! Must be getting towards winter if you are cranking out those amazing ornaments! So nice that you are also using your skills to help the local hospice.
Yes they are a great organization doing very difficult work.
Loved seeing the glazing process of all those pieces.
hi what a great selection of pots, if i had just one of those in my studio iwould be soooo happy you are a true master
Enjoyed watching you load the kiln. Hope you and yours are well. looking forward to the next video.
I love the music on this video. I put it in the background a couple of times while working. Thanks Matthew.
It's good to see I'm no the ONLY one wearing cargo shorts still :D Rock on!
You always make me laugh cause you warn you're not going to talk - then you talk all the way through - but it's nice :D
lol. yes I can usually talk about anything for a good amount of time.
Really like your vids. Started to re- ignite my clay bug.
Skilful glazing, especially the vases.
just wait until you see the finished product! I'm excited to play around more with those ideas!
Thanks for sharing
Amazing video
Yikes, just looking at all those ornaments to be glazed would send me to taking a nap !
Yes, thankfully I spray the ash glaze on most of them which is why you see me laying them out on boards. That makes it much quicker.
Wow.you stay busy !
Hi Matthew. .I m a great fan of ur work. ....can u plz tell me how much time did it take to fire this batch at what temperature. ..thanks
does your wife know you have the good pyrex measuring cup in the shop?
Does firing in a gas kiln make it looks any different vs an electric kiln. Will the glaze colors still look bright and pretty?
great work! I really like the way you handled the glazing of the mugs, very efficient. was wondering, in the spray booth, were you finishing off the bottom 2/3 of the mugs with another glaze? or are they just left unglazed?
I sprayed an ash glaze on the bottom 2/3
I thought you were stirring us up some grog for dinner :D
Can I ask what you are doing to your shelves before you put them in? And for the shelves with just flat pieces on them, are you just putting wadding as props? Am about to make a lot of pendants and keen to maximize on space. Just did our first gas firing today. Not finished yet. Opening tomorrow. Exciting!
I was sanding the shelves before loading. I use silicon carbide sandpaper to remove any debris left from previous firings. I don’t use any wadding in my gas kiln usually. I have 1” posts that I cut to use for short shelves.
Did you do a video on how you put the glass on your ornaments ?
No. We just place a small piece of glass on top after they’re glazed. I had my son help me with that bc I had so many that needed to be done.
So is it broken glass or glass squares maybe from hobby shop?
It’s a large sheet that I cut with a glass cutter.
Matthew, if you don't mind me asking, where are you located. I'm thinking somewhere in the south.
Seagrove NC
Did you glaze the ornaments on both sides? And if so, how did you place them in the kiln without them sticking to the boards? I want to make a mobile for my nice but want the ornaments to be glazed on both side (because they’re going to turn, obviously).
They’re only glazed on one side.
You're an aspiring introvert ;?
Haha. yes. well there was much more time not talking but I just sped those bits up to make them shorter.
It's always a pleasure watching you work. I love these causal instructional, talk as you work videos. I've learned a lot. Thanks for sharing your talent, skills and time.
You’re very welcome!