Wheel Throwing for Beginners: Master Techniques to Craft Functional Pottery

Trimming the Mud and Attaching Handles 2

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

78 students

Audio: English, Spanish

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About the video: Trimming the Mud and Attaching Handles 2

Overview

“You'll learn to attach handles by scoring, slipping, and blending for a strong bond. You’ll also see how to refine shapes, add grooves, and ensure symmetry for comfort and aesthetics. After drying, further refinements can be made before bisque firing.”

In this video lesson Isaih Porter addresses the topic: Trimming the Mud and Attaching Handles 2, 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

“ Okay, so now I'm gonna attach some of the handles that we made in the previous lesson to this mark. Now that it's nice and trimmed up. The reason why we trim it before attaching the handle because if that handle was on there, it'd be flailing around as we're trimming and we could knock it. break the mug. We don't want that. So now that they're trimmed, we'll add the handles, okay? First step. Is determining where you want that handle to be. The way I like to determine where that handle should be is by looking at my lip. If there's a part of the rim of your mug that looks really nice to dr...”

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

Level: Beginner
78 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.