Helpful guides for Pottery Studio Owners

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Types of clay in hands

August 16, 2023

Types of Clay: A Comprehensive Guide

This comprehensive guide covers the properties and applications of the most common clays for pottery, ceramics, and sculpture. Learn about earthenware and more.

Pottery studio space shelving

November 9, 2023

The Comprehensive Guide to Opening a Pottery Studio

Glazing pottery

October 4, 2023

Understanding the Glazing Process: Duration, Techniques, and Varieties

Salt glazing pottery

October 4, 2023

The Tradition and Technique of Salt Glazing

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Pottery studio space shelving

November 9, 2023

The Comprehensive Guide to Opening a Pottery Studio

Glazing pottery

October 4, 2023

Understanding the Glazing Process: Duration, Techniques, and Varieties

Clear glaze

October 4, 2023

Exploring the Effects of Clear Glaze Over Glaze

Glazed mug

October 4, 2023

Drying Time for Glazes: Tips and Techniques

Glazed pottery mugs

October 4, 2023

Revamping Your Pottery: How to Reglaze

Underglaze pottery

October 4, 2023

Demystifying Underglaze: Its Composition and Uses

Glaze vs underglaze

October 4, 2023

Understanding the Differences Between Glaze and Underglaze

Salt glazing pottery

October 4, 2023

The Tradition and Technique of Salt Glazing

Glazing ceramics art

October 4, 2023

The Art of Layering and Mixing Underglazes

pottery glazes

October 4, 2023

Experimenting with Glaze: Combining Colors and Textures

Mixing glazes

October 4, 2023

Exploring the Composition and Creation of Pottery Glaze

Underglaze pottery

October 4, 2023

Utilizing Underglaze on Bisqueware

Saggar firing

September 26, 2023

Understanding Saggar Firing in Pottery

Terracotta Pots

September 26, 2023

Exploring Porcelain and Terracotta Firing Temperatures

Stacks of pottery

September 26, 2023

Deciphering the Language of Clay Firing

Pyrometric cones for cearmics

September 26, 2023

Demystifying Pyrometric Cones and Their Role in Ceramics

Oxidation in clay

September 26, 2023

Exploring Oxidation and Reduction Firing in Ceramics

Ceramics pottery

September 26, 2023

Chemical Changes in Clay Firing

Oven in kitchen

September 26, 2023

Understanding and Utilizing Kiln Alternatives

Hands on ceramics wheel

September 26, 2023

The Implications of Silica Dust in Pottery

Ceramics studio

September 26, 2023

Understanding the Duration of Various Firing Processes

Fired clay pots

September 26, 2023

What Happens to Clay When It's Fired

Ceramics studio

September 26, 2023

Understanding Ceramic Cones and Firing Temperatures

Firing without a ceramics kiln

September 26, 2023

Ceramic and Clay Firing Without a Kiln: An In-depth Guide

Kiln firing for pottery

September 26, 2023

Bisque Firing: Understanding Its Process, Temperatures, and Requirements

Bags of clay

September 26, 2023

Low-Fire vs High-Fire Clay: Properties, Uses, and Firing Temperatures

Air dry clay

August 16, 2023

An Introduction to Air-Dry Clay

Making clay

August 16, 2023

Demystifying Clay Slip: Uses, Benefits, and Techniques

Working in a ceramics studio

August 16, 2023

Clay dust: Should I be worried? How to minimize risk

Where to find clay in nature

August 16, 2023

Finding Clay in Nature: Locating, Gathering, and Processing Natural Clay

Clay for recycling

August 16, 2023

Setting Up a Clay Recycling System in Your Pottery Studio

White clay pottery mugs

August 16, 2023

White Clay in Pottery: Understanding Its Properties and Uses

Ceramics on a shelf

August 16, 2023

The Clay Drying Process and How to Prevent Cracking

Extra clay for disposal

August 16, 2023

Managing Clay Waste and Disposal

Hands on brown clay on wheel

August 16, 2023

Coloring Clay: Techniques and Tips

Properties of ceramic clay

August 16, 2023

Exploring the Various Uses and Properties of Ceramic Clay

Clay storage in bags

August 16, 2023

Storing clay

Choosing clay for your studio

August 16, 2023

Buying Clay Online

Grog dust for clay

August 16, 2023

Understanding the Importance of Grog in Clay

Clay for beginners

August 16, 2023

Clay for Beginners: Choosing and Using the Right Clay

Types of clay in hands

August 16, 2023

Types of Clay: A Comprehensive Guide

Blueprint of a ceramics studio

Effective Space: How Much Room Do You Need for a Ceramics Studio?

Man in ceramics studio on laptop

The Costs of Starting a Ceramics Studio for Teaching Classes

Ceramics studio owner doing work

How To Start A Profitable Pottery Studio Business

Ceramics studio window

The Quest for the Perfect Ceramics Studio Space: A Guide to Choosing Your Rental

Child's hands on ceramics wheel

Empowering Creativity: Developing Kids' Pottery Classes in Your Studio

4 hands on pottery wheel

Creating an Inclusive Pottery Studio: Accessible Design and Teaching Techniques

Pottery equipment and wheels

Equipment List for Opening a Pottery Studio

Practicing pottery with hands

What Pottery Classes Should Your Studio Offer?

Desk work management

Effective Class Scheduling Strategies For Pottery Studios

Teaching pottery in a class

Maximizing Your Pottery Studio: Determining Optimal Class Sizes

Woman throwing at pottery wheel

How To Attract More Students To Your Pottery Studio

Molding clay

Designing A Learning-Centric Pottery Studio Layout

Throwing clay black and white

The Benefits of Offering Advanced Pottery Classes

Hand building technique

What To Know About Adding Handbuilding Classes To Your Pottery Studio

Themed pottery class - santa

Unleash Creativity with Themed Pottery Classes

A kiln glowing with fire

Setting Up A Safe and Healthy Pottery Studio For Students

Santa and snowman pottery

Planning And Running Seasonal Pottery Classes

Electric wiring boxes

Navigating the Electrical Needs of Your Ceramics Studio