Resource Material What is name branding? It is a name that is recognized for a specific product. You will find this in all fields from automobiles (Ford, Cadillac, Lamborgini) to equipment (John Deere, Kenmore, Hoover) to common household products( Pam, Lysol, Kleenex) and includes the arts (DaVinci, Piccaso, Russell, Rockwell). It is no different in […]
Currently listing 183 articles in 15 categories! You need flash installed to view this header! OOPS! Turning Trash To Treasure – Salvaging Mistakes – Combination: Suitable glazed item that has misfired or has flaws. Shown was done in white satin, but any will do Decals (chosen for this project – pale pinks, salmons, blue green […]
Currently listing 183 articles in 15 categories! You need flash installed to view this header! Paper Doily Plate – Mixed Media: Here is a project that can cross mediums. Your choice, Non-fire stains or Underglazes or Glazes. Directions are for underglazes but it is easily modified to your preference. Plain 04 Bisque (shown top right […]
Hummingbird Rock – Bisque (see photo top right) Fashenhues Paints: S22 Magenta C 104 Base coat S-23 Mediterranean P1 White Pearl S31 Fuchsia P4 Sunshine S14 Green S15 Red S17 Black Blending Medium 2 – ¾” Shader Brush 8 Shader brushes (#6 – 10) Wet Ones Decal Antiquing Solution Small disposable cups Viva Paper Towels […]
Firing Greenware (NOT Porcelain or Stoneware): Date Added: 5 May 2017 About: The Basics More Details: It is not a good idea to load your items on the bottom of your kiln, you should use some short stilts and place one shelf over the bottom and then build up your shelves to heights needed. Try […]
Currently listing 183 articles in 15 categories! You need flash installed to view this header! Majesty of the Sea – Glazes: Cleaned and fired 04 bisque – Arnel Orca – #1397 Reference photo of an Orca see top right of page Cleaning Sponge Pencil Mayco S-2712 – Monsoon Seas Duncan CR-821 – Parchment Crackle OPTION: […]
If a mold weighs more than about 20 pounds, it is a good idea to ship it by itself. However, if you have a large enough box, you can pack up more than one together. Yes, professionals do ship multiple molds in one package, but the operative word is “Professionals” … they have the experience, […]
How To Start A Ceramic Business – Seminar – Part 5: Date Added: 19 Jun 2017 About: Resource Material More Details: I see you are still with us. That proves to me you have commitment or are insane. In a way, though, it is true. To start your own business you have to be committed […]
Sugar Frog – Non-fire Acrylics: Submitted by: Bonnie Ruhl | Date Added: 14 Sep 2019 About: List of required items to complete: 1. Well cleaned 04 bisque, scrubby frog (various mold manufacturers are suitable) 2. Water well to clean brushes 3. Paper towels or clean rag 4. Wet wipes to clean “oops” 5. *Apple Barrel […]
Currently listing 183 articles in 15 categories! You need flash installed to view this header! Rubbed Wood-look Nativity – acrylics: Suitable bisque fire to cone 04 (shown by Atlantic) Duncan Stains OS472 Walnut OS486 Terra Cotta Other Artist’s acrylics – Gold (from art supplies, not ceramic) Spray fix or brush on sealer White stiff bristle […]
Santa with the globe night light set 3 pieces (see photos, top right of page) C 104 Base coat S20 Red Brown S10 White S13 Flesh S-14 Green S-15 Red S16 Purple S-17 Black S-18 Brown S-19 Blue 4 Shader brushes (#6 – #2) 3 Shader Brush Mini Shaders & Detailer Gold Pilot Pen Blending […]
What Constitues a Good Seller: Submitted by: Majik Merlin | Date Added: 29 Jan 2019 About: In years past, it has been relatively easy to purchase ceramics – walk in to a shop, see the item, pick it out, pay and take away. Simple. But in today’s market, local resources are not easily available, so […]
Currently listing 183 articles in 15 categories! You need flash installed to view this header! Cute Can Be Simple – Basic Dry-brushing: First, a quick note about dry-brushing. The dry-brushing technique known today is technically reverse dry-brushing. That is where you begin with a base coat of a dark color then gradually add layers of […]
Currently listing 183 articles in 15 categories! You need flash installed to view this header! OOPS #3 – More Ways to Work with Disasters: Fired Glaze item that turned out bad Face it. The most difficult pieces to refurbish are glazed. This is the second in a series on things to do when you make […]
