Ceramic Arts: Specialization: Traditional Techniques

Overview

“In this lesson, I will show you how to prepare your bisque for glazing by first sanding it down and cleaning it, then testing the glazes. ”

In this video lesson Domestika addresses the topic: Preparing the Bisqueware, which is part of the Domestika online course: Ceramic Arts: Specialization: Traditional Techniques. Create unique ceramic vessels at home, learn clay molding, design, firing, and glaze techniques for decorative pieces.

Partial transcription of the video

“Preparing the Bisqueware In this lesson, we'll be preparing our bisque mug by sanding it and cleaning it with a wet sponge. The first thing you want to do is go over your mug and see if it went through any changes during firing. These changes would be things like developing cracks or breaking or if you see any weak points, and also go over it with your fingers and see if there are any sharp textures or things that need to be sanded down. When we're sanding, I prefer to use something like 100 or 120-grit paper, dip that in water, and go over those rough areas in a circular motion. Make sure ...”

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Course summary for: Ceramic Arts: Specialization: Traditional Techniques

• Level: Beginner
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• 7 units
• 101 lessons (17h 58m)
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• Category

  Craft

• Areas

  Accessory Design, Arts & Crafts, Ceramics, Decoration, DIY, Fine Arts