Decoration Techniques for Ceramics: Sgraffito and Underglaze

Decoration with Oxides 2

A course by Clara Holt , Ceramist and Illustrator

Ceramist and Illustrator. Milano, Italy.
Joined July 2019
100% positive reviews (56)
2,794 students
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About the video: Decoration with Oxides 2

Overview

“Now I'm going to add details and modulate the color tone for the different parts of the design.”

In this video lesson Clara Holt addresses the topic: Decoration with Oxides 2, 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

“The decoration with oxides When I work with only one color it's a layered job in which I add detail slowly and modulate the color tone that I apply on the tile for the different subjects or for the different parts of the drawing. I really like working with only one color, that is, with blue, because it recalls the tradition of decorated tiles. However, on the other hand, we manage to have a good contrast and an interesting and imaginative effect if we insert modern, contemporary subjects or even just fantastic and imaginary in a very traditional technique. I have to be careful never to touc...”

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

  • Level: Beginner
  • 100% positive reviews (56)
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  • 4 units
  • 17 lessons (2h 52m)
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    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 (56)
  • 2,794 students