Wheel Throwing for Beginners: Master Techniques to Craft Functional Pottery

Techniques for Creating Handles

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

141 students

Audio: English, Spanish

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About the video: Techniques for Creating Handles

Overview

“After throwing the mug body in the previous lesson, you’ll need to make a handle to go along with it. In this lesson, I’ll be covering 3 different methods of making handles and discuss what makes a good, functional, aesthetic handle. ”

In this video lesson Isaih Porter addresses the topic: Techniques for Creating Handles, 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 now that you've thrown your mug body, we're going to talk about how you might want to add a handle to your mug. In front of me, I have a few different examples of different types of handles. And we're gonna talk about why you might wanna choose one over the other. Depending on the shape of your mug, you're gonna want a handle that's larger, smaller, Um, maybe positioned lower on the, on the mug. Or higher. So I've got this one in front of me. You can see most of the volume of the mug is up top. and it's got a narrow bottom. which means the top of the mug is going to be quite a bit heav...”

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

Level: Beginner
141 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.