This video was very helpful Marie. I'm getting ready to do my very first bisque fire & underglaze application to the bisqueware and this video was informative and answered some questions I had. As always, thanks for sharing your expertise. I also didn't realize that underglaze won't stick to the kiln shelves. That's good to know as I like hand building spoons and I'd like to have them glazed on the bottom for a completed look. When I apply the clear glaze to the bottom of my spoons now I'll put a little wax resist where I'm going to place them on stilts and then I'll have a complete look of the spoon on top and bottom. That's the plan anyway.
Thank you, so glad to help. Yes, the underglaze will not stick, but you do have to be careful not to apply your underglaze too thick because it still does contain a little frit ( silica and flux) so if it's applied too thick it can still stick to your kiln shelf. I have never had that happen. But it's something to be aware of 😊
Hello! I had to watch this video for my ceramics class assignment and I just wanted to say that I love your videos because you have such a kind and relaxing voice. Great presentation!
in pottery glazing is said to be the most intricate thing...however, when i watch your vedios it's fun. Honestly, any beginner who will be watching your videos will be deeply inspired..& I m one among them😀
WOW💖Thank you so very much. I know how confessed I was when I started. I remember thinking "One step at a time" That thought helped a lot! 😀So I want to try and help make it easy for you to understand. In turn making you want to try different things and keep creating that beautiful pottery. 😍
Good morning. I opened my first glaze fire. I tried to follow your decorating tips. Yours are lovely. I tried the ombré and the sponge/splatter. I think you would appreciate my beginner look. lol One of my bowls cracked. I think because the bottom was much thicker than the sides? Maybe lol I fired at cone 5. Probably should have been 6. Anyway the Mayo Elements Mirror blue blistered and ran. My cookie is stuck on it. I put a clear glaze on it and I’m kinda sure it didn’t need it. I love the color. Do you have any thoughts for me? Thank you for all you do. You’re awesome
Thank you. These are all things that newbies run into. It's part of the learning process. The blue should not have ran. Did you use a witness cone to make sure your kiln is firing right? No you don't need clear glaze unless it over underglaze or bare clay. What was the cone firing temperature of the clear glaze. It's ok if your bottom is thicker as long as it was bone dry. You may not have compressed the clay enough. Did you trim the bottom? 😊
I have a new Skutt Glaze Tech. I haven’t used a witness cone. I will get some. The cone firing glaze is 06-05. Do I need different glaze? And I did not trim the bottom on the bowl that cracked. Thank you. 🤗 Your help makes this so much fun!
Your firing temperature should be fine, and so is your Mayco glaze. The clear glaze is a low-fire glaze. That is what caused the bubbling. When firing to cone 5 or 6, make sure there is no 0 before the cone number. Compressing your clay and trimming the bottom will help to prevent cracks. This will help potterycrafters.com/how-to-choose-pottery-glaze/ and so will this one potterycrafters.com/best-pottery-clay-for-beginners/ I'm happy to help you on your pottery crafting journey 😊
Do you find underglaze works better on bisque-fired or greenware? And do you also think underglaze on bisque-fired then top glaze? I usually bisque-fired the green, then clear coat. But sometimes the colors surprise me after the clear coat... less vibrant or maybe run a bit.
Very good question. It does depend on what type of underglaze you use and what temperature you fire to. I have personally found that underglaze has worked well for me on both greenware and bisqueware. I only like to underglaze on bisqueware because the clay turns into ceramic after being bisque fired and is no longer fragile. I do have to be careful when applying the clear glaze after the underglaze dries. As long as I'm careful the underglaze turns out great. I hope this helps.
Thanks for asking.😍 It's Amaco A-Mix Stoneware white clay. I buy mine at Amazon and blick here is the link geni.us/hZeg I love working with it. It's so smooth. 💖 Thank you, I'm glad I could give you more decorating ideas.
I’ve learned so much from you! I’ve had problems with getting the results I want when I glaze and I’ll be trying your techniques. I don’t see the notes you mention at the bottom of the screen . How do I find your links and notes?
Thank you Marlene 😊 And thank you for letting me know They are in the area where it says - Show More. If you click show more you will get the underglazes, Wilson Bickford Mop geni.us/6DUhj and sponges I use Natural Sea Sponges geni.us/YCNLD . if it is on your phone click the arrow on the right side of the tittle. Hope this helps 😊
I love Mishima I actually used Technique in my trace and transfer video with the butterfly. Let me know if you saw that one. I know things have been upsidedown since the earthquake. After I transferred the design onto the pottery I scratched it into the leather-hard piece and then the lines were filled in with black underglaze. I will put it on my list for you. Thank you so much, Kiran. 😍💖
dear Marie of course I watched and commented. I Said -We can easily pass the pattern on the object, so you have taught it. You are so right, my head is so messy since the earthquake. Please don't be sorry
You are just fine Kiran. I should have said the carving was Mishima style. Unfortunately, I didn't think of it until you brought it to my attention. Thank you 😍 I welcome all your questions and suggestions. Remember we are all learning together. 💖
You are very kind and you are an excellent teacher. I should have been a better student too. I have to take the time and watch your videos over and over again.💙
Great question 😊No it won't because there is not enough silica in the underglaze to stick to the kiln shelf. Unless you apply the underglaze really thick. So far I have not had any of my pieces stick to my cookies. 😍
That is a very good question, Eli. You can use englobe also because it is very similar to underglaze and can be used either before or after bisque firing. 😊
I have another question. I have a kiln but can’t plug it in yet and I have to drive 45 min. away to get it bisque. If I brush on these Amaco glazes on green ware, do I still have to clear glaze over that also? I’m trying to understand this. Thank you so much.
If you brush on amaco glazes (not Underglazes) you don't have to put a clear glaze on. But if it's underglaze like in this video then yes you need to apply clear glaze to make it food safe. You are taking a chance with one fire because the organic material hasn't burned off the clay yet. If the kiln you use does a slow fire that is a big plus. I understand not wanting to bisque first that is having to travel twice just to bisque. 😊Make sure your greenware is bone dry before applying the glaze. Good Luck
Pottery Crafters I want to thank you again for your help. I’ve only been at this a year and teaching myself with UA-cam. I love this craft. With Covid it’s put a damper on orders. I found a used kiln that I’m thankful for but will be a while b4 I get up. Guess we all are in the same boat at some point. I’ve learned also on a FB group that’s really good to help also. Keep getting dirty 😃
That is wonderful Tammy. I'm so glad we can help you. I know how you feel. It's so much fun. There is something about that clay that keeps us creating 😍
Pottery Crafters Hi again, I glazed my green ware bowl with Amaco PC glaze and took it to be fired. He told me you can’t do it that way but he said he would bisque Fire it first then fire it again for a regular glaze firing. Just wanted to let you know what happened. I guess I won’t be able to save a firing with him. He said you can only do it that way with under glaze. I may be confused about the whole thing. Lol Thanks for your encouragement and advice.
There is something I am trying to understand about all types of glazes on pots. Why the bottom of pots are left without glazing? If you teach me, I will be really happy.
That is a very common question for beginners😊 I will be happy to help. There is silica in the glaze which melts onto your pottery. Essentially glass. If it's applied to any area that is touching your kiln shelf it will melt and fuse right onto your kiln shelf. I can leave the underglaze on because it doesn't contain enough silica to melt onto the shelf. Only a tiny amount. (unless the underglaze is applied too thick, then it may stick to your shelf. 😍
This video was very helpful Marie. I'm getting ready to do my very first bisque fire & underglaze application to the bisqueware and this video was informative and answered some questions I had.
As always, thanks for sharing your expertise. I also didn't realize that underglaze won't stick to the kiln shelves. That's good to know as I like hand building spoons and I'd like to have them glazed on the bottom for a completed look.
When I apply the clear glaze to the bottom of my spoons now I'll put a little wax resist where I'm going to place them on stilts and then I'll have a complete look of the spoon on top and bottom. That's the plan anyway.
Thank you, so glad to help. Yes, the underglaze will not stick, but you do have to be careful not to apply your underglaze too thick because it still does contain a little frit ( silica and flux) so if it's applied too thick it can still stick to your kiln shelf. I have never had that happen. But it's something to be aware of 😊
Love the way the two different techniques look when done together!
Thanks so much Kat😍 It's fun to decorate in different ways. Glad I could give you more techniques to try out.
Your smile is awesome. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with the world.
So nice of you. Thank you 😊
Love the splatter patterns.
Thank you Mirabel 😍
Hello! I had to watch this video for my ceramics class assignment and I just wanted to say that I love your videos because you have such a kind and relaxing voice. Great presentation!
That is awesome! Thank you 😊 Thank your teacher too 😊
Love her videos, and I love her calm voice
Can you do this technique with cone 10
Good question 😊 Yes you can. Just be careful with underglazes and make sure they fire to cone 10. Happy Glazing 😍
Love all of your videos! Thank you so much for making them!
Glad you like them! Thanks for watching 😊
Beautiful. Just love your work!!!
Thank you so much Vicki 😍
in pottery glazing is said to be the most intricate thing...however, when i watch your vedios it's fun. Honestly, any beginner who will be watching your videos will be deeply inspired..& I m one among them😀
WOW💖Thank you so very much. I know how confessed I was when I started. I remember thinking "One step at a time" That thought helped a lot! 😀So I want to try and help make it easy for you to understand. In turn making you want to try different things and keep creating that beautiful pottery. 😍
Good morning. I opened my first glaze fire. I tried to follow your decorating tips. Yours are lovely. I tried the ombré and the sponge/splatter. I think you would appreciate my beginner look. lol One of my bowls cracked. I think because the bottom was much thicker than the sides? Maybe lol I fired at cone 5. Probably should have been 6. Anyway the Mayo Elements Mirror blue blistered and ran. My cookie is stuck on it. I put a clear glaze on it and I’m kinda sure it didn’t need it. I love the color. Do you have any thoughts for me? Thank you for all you do. You’re awesome
Thank you. These are all things that newbies run into. It's part of the learning process. The blue should not have ran. Did you use a witness cone to make sure your kiln is firing right? No you don't need clear glaze unless it over underglaze or bare clay. What was the cone firing temperature of the clear glaze. It's ok if your bottom is thicker as long as it was bone dry. You may not have compressed the clay enough. Did you trim the bottom? 😊
I have a new Skutt Glaze Tech. I haven’t used a witness cone. I will get some. The cone firing glaze is 06-05. Do I need different glaze? And I did not trim the bottom on the bowl that cracked. Thank you. 🤗 Your help makes this so much fun!
Your firing temperature should be fine, and so is your Mayco glaze. The clear glaze is a low-fire glaze. That is what caused the bubbling. When firing to cone 5 or 6, make sure there is no 0 before the cone number. Compressing your clay and trimming the bottom will help to prevent cracks. This will help potterycrafters.com/how-to-choose-pottery-glaze/ and so will this one potterycrafters.com/best-pottery-clay-for-beginners/ I'm happy to help you on your pottery crafting journey 😊
Thank you dear Marie 🙋♀️
You are so welcome Kiran 😍
@@PotteryCrafters 🙏💙
Thanks for the cool videos. Can I do this sponge and splatter technique to a bisque-fired pot ?
Hi Cass. You are most welcome. Yes, absolutely. Although you can do it on greenware I prefer doing it on bisque ware.
@@PotteryCrafters Thanks ! Will be doing this next week.
Love your videos. You make it look so easy. Can you do this same technique on green ware? Then put it in the kiln. Thank ya so much.
Thank you Tammy😍 That's a good question. Yes, you can put the underglaze on and Bisque fire then put your clear glaze on and final fire. 😊
Do you find underglaze works better on bisque-fired or greenware? And do you also think underglaze on bisque-fired then top glaze? I usually bisque-fired the green, then clear coat. But sometimes the colors surprise me after the clear coat... less vibrant or maybe run a bit.
Very good question. It does depend on what type of underglaze you use and what temperature you fire to. I have personally found that underglaze has worked well for me on both greenware and bisqueware. I only like to underglaze on bisqueware because the clay turns into ceramic after being bisque fired and is no longer fragile. I do have to be careful when applying the clear glaze after the underglaze dries. As long as I'm careful the underglaze turns out great. I hope this helps.
Very interesting video, thank you.
Glad you enjoyed it! I'll bet you can make a cool pattern too 😊
Thanks, Marie! LOVE all your glazing videos so much! What clay had you used for these objects?
Thanks for asking.😍 It's Amaco A-Mix Stoneware white clay. I buy mine at Amazon and blick here is the link geni.us/hZeg
I love working with it. It's so smooth. 💖 Thank you, I'm glad I could give you more decorating ideas.
I’ve learned so much from you! I’ve had problems with getting the results I want when I glaze and I’ll be trying your techniques. I don’t see the notes you mention at the bottom of the screen . How do I find your links and notes?
Thank you Marlene 😊 And thank you for letting me know They are in the area where it says - Show More. If you click show more you will get the underglazes, Wilson Bickford Mop geni.us/6DUhj and sponges I use Natural Sea Sponges geni.us/YCNLD . if it is on your phone click the arrow on the right side of the tittle. Hope this helps 😊
thanks a lot
You are most welcome!!
Dear Marie, when you have time, can you please teach me how to apply the mishima technique.
I love Mishima I actually used Technique in my trace and transfer video with the butterfly. Let me know if you saw that one. I know things have been upsidedown since the earthquake. After I transferred the design onto the pottery I scratched it into the leather-hard piece and then the lines were filled in with black underglaze. I will put it on my list for you. Thank you so much, Kiran. 😍💖
dear Marie of course I watched and commented. I Said -We can easily pass the pattern on the object, so you have taught it. You are so right, my head is so messy since the earthquake. Please don't be sorry
You are just fine Kiran. I should have said the carving was Mishima style. Unfortunately, I didn't think of it until you brought it to my attention. Thank you 😍 I welcome all your questions and suggestions. Remember we are all learning together. 💖
You are very kind and you are an excellent teacher. I should have been a better student too. I have to take the time and watch your videos over and over again.💙
You are a most wonderful student. Thank you for all your support and great comment and questions. 💖 So glad I can help
Will the underglaze stick to the kiln shelf?
Great question 😊No it won't because there is not enough silica in the underglaze to stick to the kiln shelf. Unless you apply the underglaze really thick. So far I have not had any of my pieces stick to my cookies. 😍
The underglaze should be “underglaze” good for bisque,right? Not engobe on green ware?
That is a very good question, Eli. You can use englobe also because it is very similar to underglaze and can be used either before or after bisque firing. 😊
I have another question. I have a kiln but can’t plug it in yet and I have to drive 45 min. away to get it bisque. If I brush on these Amaco glazes on green ware, do I still have to clear glaze over that also? I’m trying to understand this. Thank you so much.
If you brush on amaco glazes (not Underglazes) you don't have to put a clear glaze on. But if it's underglaze like in this video then yes you need to apply clear glaze to make it food safe. You are taking a chance with one fire because the organic material hasn't burned off the clay yet. If the kiln you use does a slow fire that is a big plus. I understand not wanting to bisque first that is having to travel twice just to bisque. 😊Make sure your greenware is bone dry before applying the glaze. Good Luck
Pottery Crafters I want to thank you again for your help. I’ve only been at this a year and teaching myself with UA-cam. I love this craft. With Covid it’s put a damper on orders. I found a used kiln that I’m thankful for but will be a while b4 I get up. Guess we all are in the same boat at some point. I’ve learned also on a FB group that’s really good to help also. Keep getting dirty 😃
If you have any more questions please let me know. Yes glazing can be confusing in the beginning for all of us 😊
That is wonderful Tammy. I'm so glad we can help you. I know how you feel. It's so much fun. There is something about that clay that keeps us creating 😍
Pottery Crafters Hi again, I glazed my green ware bowl with Amaco PC glaze and took it to be fired. He told me you can’t do it that way but he said he would bisque Fire it first then fire it again for a regular glaze firing. Just wanted to let you know what happened. I guess I won’t be able to save a firing with him. He said you can only do it that way with under glaze. I may be confused about the whole thing. Lol
Thanks for your encouragement and advice.
There is something I am trying to understand about all types of glazes on pots. Why the bottom of pots are left without glazing? If you teach me, I will be really happy.
That is a very common question for beginners😊 I will be happy to help. There is silica in the glaze which melts onto your pottery. Essentially glass. If it's applied to any area that is touching your kiln shelf it will melt and fuse right onto your kiln shelf. I can leave the underglaze on because it doesn't contain enough silica to melt onto the shelf. Only a tiny amount. (unless the underglaze is applied too thick, then it may stick to your shelf. 😍
@@PotteryCrafters So.... Practically, it's all about the kiln. Not the pot. Right?
So true. That's were the magic happens. If the kiln is not happy with the glaze or where we put it she will let us know😃