Just What IS Ceramic? Is there a difference between ceramics and pottery? No, not really. Now, before you get all huffy, read on. According to Webster’s, this is the definition of Ceramics: ce•ram•ic se’ramik …of or relating to the manufacture of any product (as earthernware, porcelain, or brick) made essentially from a nonmetallic mineral (as […]
So many kinds of brushes and manufacturers. Which one is right for you? Brushes come in all sort of sizes, shapes and materials. Basically, a brush consists of long fibers attached to a firm shaft by a ferrule. The ferrule on most brushes is made of metal and holds the bristles to the shaft. All […]
Extend the life of your painting supplies. If you are a serious ceramist or shop owner, you probably have a huge stock of paints. Some colors you use often and others only occasionally. Then there is all the back stock – unused, unopened bottles. One day, down the line you go to select a bottle […]
Currently listing 139 articles in 15 categories! You need flash installed to view this header! Filter Search by Category: – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – About Ceramic Greenware About Ceramic Molds About Kilns About Porcelain Business Dynamics Ceramic Projects and Techniques Ceramic Shows […]
Currently listing 139 articles in 15 categories! You need flash installed to view this header! Drunken Bird – Glazes and Alcohol: Suitable bisque (plain items create best effect) See photo top right of page Duncan Neon Red IN 1206 Duncan Black IN1613 Duncan IN1001 (Optional) Soft Fan brush for glazes Soft round bristle brush #2 […]
Currently listing 139 articles in 15 categories! You need flash installed to view this header! How To Create Sponge Ware or Spatter Ware: Supplies Suitable greenware silk or natural sponge assorted underglazes water wax-resist emulsion cleaning tools suitable brushes smooth paint palette Instructions The technique known as Spatter Ware or Sponge Ware was developed in […]
Currently listing 139 articles in 15 categories! You need flash installed to view this header! Faux Stained Glass – Underglazes: Materials needed: Duncan Contempo mug Pinstriping tape: half-inch, quarter-inch, one eighth-inch Sponge No. 6 Round Sable Brush Concepts: CN 012 Bright Straw CN 372 Bright Honeysuckle CN 272 Bright Grape CN 352 Bright Sapphire CN […]
Lakeland Upright dragon in bisque (or your choice) Assorted soft bristle brushes for glazes (Incl 10/0 liner, luster brush, gold brush) Assorted stiff bristle brushes for acrylic stains Plum Beautiful crystal glaze** Ceramichrome Iris Ice glaze** Ceramichrome Raspberry Ice glaze** Ceramichrome Oyster Gray Ice** Black glaze Clear brushing glaze Duncan Royal Danish glaze IN1679 Lavender […]
Currently listing 139 articles in 15 categories! You need flash installed to view this header! Filter Search by Category: – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – About Ceramic Greenware About Ceramic Molds About Kilns About Porcelain Business Dynamics Ceramic Projects and Techniques Ceramic Shows […]
Currently listing 139 articles in 15 categories! You need flash installed to view this header! Slips, Engobes or Colorants: Which Is Right For You?: Compare Slips, Engobes or Colorants So you are ready to explore the world of color and clay. How exciting! There are so many choices in the world of ceramics and pottery, […]
Currently listing 139 articles in 15 categories! You need flash installed to view this header! Fishing Around – Underglazes: Materials List Appropriate bisque item White underglazes One-stroke underglazes (teal, aqua, yellow, orange, red orange, black, sea green, pea green) Glazed ceramic tile or palette Soft bristled fan brush Stiff bristled fan brush Detail/liner brush #6 […]
Currently listing 139 articles in 15 categories! You need flash installed to view this header! Willow Waggins the Traveler Gnome – Reverse Drybrush Technique: Using all Duncan OS Stains. Black 0S476 med brown OS471 light brown OS467 country rose 0S504 rust OS454 terra cotta OS486 sandlewood OS493 confederate blue OS565 summer blue OS560 white OS431 […]
How To Transfer A Pattern Assorted papers, pens, markers, pencils, stylus Pattern or design When working with clay or bisque canvas, some people are skilled enough to sketch their design and then paint. However many people have issues with free hand design and/or placement, so choose to use a pattern. Patterns can be uniquely created […]
Currently listing 139 articles in 15 categories! You need flash installed to view this header! Spicy Pumpkin Plate – Underglazes: Suitable 04 bisque – Shown (top right) Duncan Coupe Charger Duncan EZ Strokes: Duncan Color: EZ Strokes: EZ003 Irish Green EZ012 Cobalt Jet Black EZ016 Grass Green EZ026 Yellow Orange EZ026 Leaf Green EZ034 Orange […]
