Wheel Throwing for Beginners: Master Techniques to Craft Functional Pottery
Trimming Techniques for Different Forms 1
A course by Isaih Porter , Pottery instructor and wheel-throwing guide
Joined July 2024
Joined July 2024
About the video: Trimming Techniques for Different Forms 1
Overview
“You have already trimmed a mug in the previous unit, but now you’ll spend some more time talking about how to approach trimming the different types of pots you make. ”
In this video lesson Isaih Porter addresses the topic: Trimming Techniques for Different Forms 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
“In this lesson I'm going to show you how to trim a couple different forms that we've been throwing during the other lesson. So I'm going to start off with a bowl. And then we'll get into the jar and the lid for the jar. The first process, centering your piece, on the wheel I went over this during the mug. Uh, trimming lesson? And remember, you can always draw a circle on your wheel and try to place your bowl in that circle. To center it that way. I'd like to talk about a more intermediate to advanced style of centering that's a little bit quicker but it takes a while to learn. It's called t...”
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Course summary for: Wheel Throwing for Beginners: Master Techniques to Craft Functional Pottery
Isaih Porter
A course by Isaih Porter
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.
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