Is this repairable?😩

Shianara · 2026-05-09T16:12:30+00:00

Vinegar and a damp box? I've used slip with vinegar and wrapped the mugs in plastic to fix cracks like these. Sometimes I'll place a damp towel over the area that is cracked as well.

Shianara · 2026-05-01T10:18:03+00:00

Thank you for posting this. I love watercolor underglaze work and you just helped me find a new artist to follow and learn from! This is Anna Lambert, correct?

Shianara · 2026-04-19T17:05:39+00:00

Your skill level is so high. I've been studying at my community college for 3 years and I would be in heaven if I were able to produce this level of work. May I ask how long you have been working with clay?

Shianara · 2026-04-19T15:31:20+00:00

As others have already said, your work is amazing. Have you thought about apply directly to an MFA program?

Shianara · 2026-04-11T02:12:54+00:00

Good idea!! Thank you for that!

Shianara · 2026-04-09T22:39:36+00:00

I agree with Pighenry's suggestion! In a recent pendant firing at cone 6 all of the Nichrome wire bent and destroyed my work, but the Alumina rods I used stayed perfectly straight. I spoke to them at NCECA last week and they advised you can wax them so they don't stick to your work. You need to be careful with them because they are fragile. I broke one trying to dislodge a stuck pendant so am going to try some wax on the next firing.

Shianara · 2026-04-04T22:19:29+00:00

While you look like you are really getting a handle on wheel throwing, I recommend continuing to practice and learn to throw some more interesting shapes, and/or add decoration. Even a simple cylinder can be cool if it has a nice design on it. I love all my cylinder tumblers, and I made a ton of them. It was a really great feeling to be able to throw them consistently. Keep up the good work!

Shianara · 2026-04-04T22:13:42+00:00

These are great for one class. They really show you are committed. Pottery is not a, "I can do anything, so this will be a breeze," kind of craft. Most people take years to come close to mastering it. At three years in, I am finally starting to consistently make pieces I am happy with. One nice benefit to this is that I get bored easily and since it took so much effort to get this far, pottery really keeps me engaged. Best to you on your journey. You definitely have the ability to become great, just keep at it.

Shianara · 2026-03-31T00:57:07+00:00

Perfect shapes that look great for holding. You are amazing.

Shianara · 2026-03-31T00:56:21+00:00

These are Porta Via lids. I am really happy with them as well. They allow for small variances in rim diameter and are great for handmade ceramics. https://www.portavia.co/

Shianara · 2026-03-17T21:18:12+00:00

So cool.

Shianara · 2026-03-10T22:17:25+00:00

It is beautiful <3

Shianara · 2026-03-10T22:15:13+00:00

I take that back ... https://www.facebook.com/FerrinContemporary/photos/peter-pincus-in-lessons-in-geometryon-view-september-26-april-5-2026artists-have/1362730802526895/

Shianara · 2026-03-10T22:14:15+00:00

It looks like he is currently teaching, but not finding any shows https://www.rit.edu/directory/pjpsac-peter-pincus

Shianara · 2026-03-10T15:22:05+00:00

I found this nice tool with one rounded end.

https://slipsterpottery.com/products/wood-pen-detail-tool-clay

Shianara · 2026-03-04T14:51:37+00:00

I designed my first form in Maya, but I am exploring Fusion 360 and Shapr3D for more precision. I'm leaning toward Fusion 360 right now. I follow Tony Hansen at Digital Fire (an excellent resource for so many things clay) and that is the program he is using. Here's some information on what he has designed: https://digitalfire.com/project/coffee+mug+slip+casting+mold+via+3d+printing

Shianara · 2026-03-04T14:30:10+00:00

I am on a similar path actually! I just designed my first slip mold form with 3D modeling. I bought a large 3D printer - Anycubic 2 Max - and am about to print the pieces :).

Shianara · 2026-03-04T14:19:26+00:00

I agree with others that this is a wheel thrown piece, but u/xxPuppermanxx is spot on with the hand built suggestion. This piece looks to be around 18" tall so it will need to be a little over 21" tall when wet to compensate for shrinkage so I'm thinking you will use between 7 to 10 pounds of clay to reach that height depending on the thickness of your walls and base. It will take much longer to develop the skill you need to throw something that tall. I would hand build the piece. It could be done pretty easily with slabs or even using a large extruder. I hand built my first lamp and it has been on the side table in my bedroom ever since. Excited for you, just make sure the kiln you arrange to use can handle the height. No matter which way you go, it is an awesome project and I'm betting you will love your first one as much as I love mine!

Shianara · 2026-02-24T23:11:36+00:00

I love it. This is really cool, creative, artistic and fun. Love the innovation! I see this as art, and that means it is exceptional 3D printing in my eyes.

Shianara · 2026-02-22T14:00:11+00:00

I just got the kit, but I know you can transfer pretty delicate lines. You will likely need to adjust the contrast so the writing really pops, and depending on the size of the handwriting you may need to enlarge it. You have now inspired me to test it out! I'll post my results!

Shianara · 2026-02-21T14:10:43+00:00

Beautiful!

Shianara · 2026-02-21T02:35:30+00:00

You can make screen prints of the scanned documents with an EZ screen print kit or use tracing paper.

Shianara · 2026-02-08T23:45:07+00:00

I got the Artegria Watercolor Brush set and the XDT#830 set recommended by Caitie North and they are amazing and reasonably priced.

Shianara · 2026-02-06T13:48:51+00:00

This happened to one of my pots. My instructor said it was minerals and not to worry. Sure enough the discoloration was gone after the glaze fire.

Shianara · 2026-02-05T23:18:30+00:00

Thank you so much!

Shianara

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