Terra Lumina Studio ® on Instagram: "Throwing a moon jar on the wheel is always a special experience, especially when it’s a larger piece like this one. 🌝 This moon jar is all about working with a larger amount of clay, which brings its own set of challenges and joys. I love how the shape evolves as I slowly pull and stretch the clay, finding that perfect balance between roundness and stability. It takes patience and a steady hand to keep the form symmetrical, especially as it gets taller and wider. I’ve been using this creamy stoneware lately, and I think I’m in love! It has such a smooth texture and great elasticity, which makes it ideal for these larger forms. I’m already thinking of using this clay for more of my future projects. There’s something satisfying about how it holds its s
4,616 likes, 93 comments - dustinmarkjohnston on April 24, 2024: "This is my favorite way to finish my pieces off. It's quick, painless, and the best part is you don't have to figure out a way to awkwardly hold your piece upside down while you struggle to trim a foot ring. The first video I made showing this process was so popular I figured it deserved a second installment, this time with a bottle form. Bottles and narrow necked vases are tricky and time consuming because you often need to c
3,374 likes, 94 comments - dannymeisinger on April 19, 2020: "Here is the second half of the piece I threw yesterday. Altering work is something I have learned to do very slowly over the years. It doesn’t come as naturally to me, but once I start I loose myself in the process and really enjoy it. I made two of these so I would have a backup as this is a commission. As I was finishing I was wishing I had made more. ✌️".
Morgan Peck on Instagram: "I don’t have a lot of patience. 😬 Especially when I’m making things, so using a slab of sculpture clay really work for me. I can build a 12” tall vase in minutes (at least get the body done). With just a few well placed darts the shape can change quickly. I’ve never had luck or much interest using the pottery wheel, but this method has kept me interested for nearly 15 years."
