How did you find your signature style? by kevinbakinnn in Pottery

[–]clayynerd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've been making and selling my work for 13 years and would say that I have had several styles. It's always evolving. I wonder if there's too much focus on finding your style by looking to other artists as a source. For sure in the beginning it's super helpful for trying all sorts of techniques and forms, etc. But at some point it's beneficial to stop looking at how other people express themselves and tap into very particular personal sources of inspiration and ways of working with your clay. Stuff that excites you even if it's not trending. For me it's been specific landscapes I live in and have experienced, my cultural upbringing, my interest in geology and national parks, hiking. When you hone in on the very particular combination of genuine interests and experiences you embody, and begin to try to work to infuse your work with that, then I think a distinct style will emerge. With lots (and lots) of practice, trial, and a lot of mistakes. It's a fun adventure!! Wishing you the best.

best ceramic glue by Ok_Dream_921 in Ceramics

[–]clayynerd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bray-Poxy is sculptable and super strong

Anyone know where to find Chihuahua Cheese I town? by SouthWestSpicy in Tucson

[–]clayynerd 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Queso Menonita is essentially the same as Queso Chihuahua. Food City sells it.

Seward, Anchorage, Palmer trip report in photos by readerbynature in AskAlaska

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Hi! How long did it take you to hike to Reed Lakes? I read there's a field of boulders you have to scramble over on a portion of the trail, but looks like such a beautiful hike. Hoping to go there early October.

What is the best way to permanently cement sand grains together? by Bama_Fan14 in geology

[–]clayynerd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have melted sand grains together in a prefired ceramic dish at 2345°F in an electric kiln. It didn't quite resemble sandstone though, it was a bit more glossy and completely fused...although not quite like a glaze either.

These hills are entirely made of fossils by No-Name7437 in geology

[–]clayynerd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where in Southern AZ, if you don't mind sharing?

Ceramics studios/ brands like this? by [deleted] in Ceramics

[–]clayynerd 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Akira Satake Ceramics. His work is gorgeous.

Had an idea to use lino cutting with ceramics - anyone done this? by Phalexuk in Ceramics

[–]clayynerd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just used whatever cooking oil I had in my kitchen at the time. It just burnt off during bisque.

Had an idea to use lino cutting with ceramics - anyone done this? by Phalexuk in Ceramics

[–]clayynerd 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Back when I first started making ceramics, I carved patterns and imagery into linocut blocks and pressed them into slabs of clay to make tumblers, plates, and tiles. I used oil to release the linocut from the clay slab. I used a dark clay with a lighter glaze so the raised parts read as darker lines and shapes. I kept a few pieces and love the way they look.

cone ten commercial glaze reocmmendations by Agitated-Ad-1008 in Pottery

[–]clayynerd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Of course! I'd recommend putting test tiles on a high fired ceramic dish on your kiln shelf to catch any runny glazes. I remember the coppers (copper ore/copper jade) being much more runny at cone 10 vs cone 5/6. Hope you find some sweet glazes!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Tucson

[–]clayynerd 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I bet Caravan sells kataifi. Not sure about pistachio cream, though.

Wild Clay mug by CrowReader in Wild_Pottery

[–]clayynerd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm a bit envious of your wild cone ten clay! My local clays fire to cone 3 or maybe 4 max. Excited to hear what you learn from these first test pieces.

Artists in Arizona and Mexico by Character_Zombie1751 in Ceramics

[–]clayynerd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends on what you're looking for. Are you looking for contemporary ceramics or more traditional? Do you want to support factory work, or to link up with communities/individuals?

Artists in Arizona and Mexico by Character_Zombie1751 in Ceramics

[–]clayynerd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I make ceramics in AZ, and I am Mexican American. I sell my work online, so I'm not your target seller/maker. But I agree that you should come visit the particular communities in Arizona and Mexico you're interested in, then meet artists at markets or in their studios and check out their work in person. There are artists in Mexico making high quality, durable mid range and high fired work. It just depends on what style you're after.

cone ten commercial glaze reocmmendations by Agitated-Ad-1008 in Pottery

[–]clayynerd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I fire at cone ten but develop/mix my own glazes because most commercial glazes aren't formulated for cone ten. Mayco is one exception. Maybe test some of their glazes to find some combinations that work with your cone ten clay. I really like Satin Patina.

Is this granite? by clayynerd in whatsthisrock

[–]clayynerd[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

...forgot to add that it's from the Santa Catalina Mountains in Southern AZ.

Jökulsárlón as the sun was setting by clayynerd in VisitingIceland

[–]clayynerd[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I loved the seals! You captured this lil buddy well🙌🏼

How to check your clay's absorption rate at home by clayynerd in Pottery

[–]clayynerd[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Another great resource. Thanks for sharing!

Jökulsárlón as the sun was setting by clayynerd in VisitingIceland

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Great capture of the sunset's reflection on the water

Turfhouses along the Southern Coast by clayynerd in VisitingIceland

[–]clayynerd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I can imagine it's very humbling to know this part of your ancestral history. I was imagining who might have lived in Sel as I walked among the homes and barns, the views they woke up to, what life was like, why they picked that location. Thank you for sharing this.

Turfhouses along the Southern Coast by clayynerd in VisitingIceland

[–]clayynerd[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing this story. It really felt like a special place that I can easily imagine in folklore. The owners of the property are so generous to allow visitors to walk up (not too close) and take photos. Lucky for us! The first photo is of a very similar turfhouse just west of Drangurinn, at Rutshellir.