Wheel Throwing for Beginners: Master Techniques to Craft Functional Pottery

Pulling the Walls 1

A course by Isaih Porter , Pottery instructor and wheel-throwing guide

136 students

Audio: English, Spanish

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About the video: Pulling the Walls 1

Overview

“During this lesson, I'll work on getting our pots taller. Focusing on consistency in speed and stability, I'll squeeze the clay between the fingers in a way that encourages the clay to rise upward. This is necessary to get the walls of our pot thinned out before do any shaping. ”

In this video lesson Isaih Porter addresses the topic: Pulling the Walls 1, which is part of the Domestika online course: Wheel Throwing for Beginners: Master Techniques to Craft Functional Pottery. Learn wheel throwing fundamentals to create pottery like mugs, bowls, and jars with essential techniques and tips.

Partial transcription of the video

“ So in the last section we covered how to make a nice flat bottom flat floor. with a nice 90 degree angle in the corner there. So we're set up to start making our cylinder. the steps that we obviously need to move forward here. are pulling up those walls and making the walls taller. On our way to get the walls taller, We're going to keep the shape Faced inward like a volcano. Until we're ready to be completely finished. And by that point, we'll have a straight up wall Cylinder. The reason we do that is because the spinning wheel is putting force on it that makes it want to go out So if we ...”

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Course summary for: Wheel Throwing for Beginners: Master Techniques to Craft Functional Pottery

Level: Beginner
136 students
7 units
22 lessons (4h 44m)
13 downloads

Isaih Porter

A course by Isaih Porter

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Pottery instructor and wheel-throwing guide

Isaih Porter is an accomplished ceramic artist with a unique journey into the world of pottery, blending art and technology. His passion for pottery began in high school, where he honed his skills on a refurbished kiln. This early fascination evolved into a dual major in computer science and art during college, where he creatively explored the intersection of these fields. His senior thesis involved designing a pottery wheel that responded to seismic data, showcasing his innovative approach. After a career in game development in the Bay Area was cut short by the Covid pandemic, Isaih turned to pottery as a full-time pursuit, sharing his craft through viral videos on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok.

Isaih's work has garnered attention and collaborations, including a notable partnership with Bombay Sapphire Gin. His teaching experience spans online workshops and in-person classes, where he passionately advocates for the therapeutic and creative benefits of working with clay. His dedication to the craft led to the establishment of his small business, providing custom pottery for local restaurants, yoga studios, and galleries. Isaih's journey reflects a deep commitment to both his art and the ceramic community, making him a respected figure in contemporary pottery.