Decoration Techniques for Ceramics: Sgraffito and Underglaze

Types of Clay

A course by Clara Holt , Ceramist and Illustrator

Ceramist and Illustrator. Milano, Italy.
Joined July 2019
100% positive reviews (59)
2,828 students
Audio: Italian, English, Portuguese
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About the video: Types of Clay

Overview

“Now I will show you the different types of clay. There are many and each type has its own characteristics and peculiarities, which make the clay more or less suitable for the various decoration techniques.”

In this video lesson Clara Holt addresses the topic: Types of Clay, which is part of the Domestika online course: Decoration Techniques for Ceramics: Sgraffito and Underglaze. Recreate your stories on ceramics using a range of engraving and painting techniques like sgraffito and underglaze.

Partial transcription of the video

“In this lesson. i want to talk to you about different types of clay. each with its characteristics that make it more or less suitable for various types of decoration. A basic classification divides clays into low-temperature clays. depending on the maximum temperature they can be fired at. When you buy a block clay. a firing temperature is always indicated. The temperature range at which clay can be fired or when purchasing bisque pieces for decoration is always specified. High-temperature clays include stoneware and porcelain families that are fired to a peak temperature of around 1300°C. ...”

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Course summary for: Decoration Techniques for Ceramics: Sgraffito and Underglaze

  • Level: Beginner
  • 100% positive reviews (59)
  • 2828 students
  • 4 units
  • 17 lessons (2h 52m)
  • 4 downloads
  • Category

    Craft
  • Areas

    Arts & Crafts, Ceramics, Decorative Painting, Fine Arts, Traditional illustration

Clara Holt

Clara Holt
A course by Clara Holt

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Ceramist and Illustrator

Clara Holt is a ceramist and illustrator who lives and works in Milan. After earning a degree in the sciences and working for years in the communication and advertising industry, she discovered her passion for ceramics while traveling on holiday.

Once home, she started attending ceramic schools and taking courses, sharing her creations on Instagram as she progressed, which led to her first paid commission and thousands of followers on the platform. She currently collaborates with other ceramic artists and brands while also participating in design and architecture projects to promote the use of decorative ceramics to enhance spaces and products.


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Decoration Techniques for Ceramics: Sgraffito and Underglaze. Craft course by Clara Holt

Decoration Techniques for Ceramics: Sgraffito and Underglaze

A course by Clara Holt
Ceramist and Illustrator. Milano, Italy.
Joined July 2019
  • 100% positive reviews (59)
  • 2,828 students