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Intermediate Class
Fireborn Intermediate Class Prospectus So you can center and pull, now what?! The intermediate class, taught by Garick Tai-Lee (MFA, BS of Industrial Design), is
Workshop – Critique Session
Workshop – Critique Session hosted By Daniel Vito What is a good pot? Is it an objective or subjective Decision? Daniel Vito will lead a
Adding Value To Your Pots
adding value to your pots Presented by Daniel Vito How can you add Value to your pots? There are many simple and easy things you
The Art of Lids
The Art of the Lid Presented by Daniel Vito Traditional design, beautiful forms Lidded vessels are a staple of the potter’s repertoire. Lids add visual
Ceramic Glossary
Glossary Basic tems Ceramics Glossary Slip A thick and creamy mixture of clay and water used to join clay parts together OR to decorate the
Latest Firing and Unclaimed Pots
This is the latest info on the firing schedule and where your pots may be.
Sgraffito, Mishima and Layering
Sgraffito, Mishima and Layering Presented by Jen Curry and Donna Hetrick Learn how to use colored slips, underglazes and oxide washes. They can be combined,
Underglaze Transfers
Underglaze Transfers Presented by Betsy Wisbon Adding detail and decoration Underglaze transfers are a great way to add colorful and intricate detail to your ceramic
Velvet Underglaze Painting
Velvet Underglaze Painting Presented by Jeennie Nickolls and Daniela Krahe Adding color and decoration Join Daniela Krahe and Jeennie Nickolls to learn how they use
Sectional Pots
Sectional Pots Presented by Daniel Vito Scale up the size of Your work There is a practical limit to how high you can pull up
Pottery by Design
Pottery by Design Presented By Daniel Vito What is a good pot? Is it an objective or subjective Decision? Daniel Vito will discuss and demonstrate
Attachments
Attachments Presented by Daniel Vito Attached Handles, spouts, necks, feet, and Knobs add interest and complexity to your work Attachments need to be incorporated into
The art of the vase
The art of the vase Presented by Daniel Vito Take your design and throwing skills to the next level Functional and decorative vessels are a
Peek into the Studio
The Kiln Our kiln holds about 700 pots. We fire every three weeks on average so there is always fresh new work in the gallery.
Instructors Schedule
Back to Class Blog home Pg learn more… make better pots… For the term beginning October 18, 2021 Zach Gideon teaches Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Simply Amazing
This man throws 30 to 40 pound pots all day long, going through thousands of pounds of clay a day. This pot took him under 3 minutes to make.
Goodbye Pots
Here are the main reasons pots end up in the dumpster: Pots are not claimed in a timely manner. After the term is over or
The Best Handle
Tom Coleman demonstrates the best way to pull a handle. This is my favorite way to make a handle. I was going to make this
Beginner Glazers Group
you are a beginner glazer unless Marked otherwise on the attendance sheet! There are three groups: Beginner, Independent, and Mentor. YOU are in the beginner
Tools We Recommend
Should you want to add to your tool collection these are a few of the best additions, and Dan recommends them. Please note that the
Setting up a Studio
Taking the leap Having total control of your studio space; being able to work from home; freedom to make what you want, when you want;
Adding Value To Your Pots
Altering, Carving, Faceting and Fluting can add value to your pots. I hope this videos help our students to find creative ways to add value
Pottery and Death
Pottery has always had a place in ceremony and ritual, and death has always been treated with respect and prescribed funerary procedures. Often pottery played
Pottery and Beer
Mar 18, 2021 • View in browser Today, the discovery of a royal brewery in ancient Egypt expands our understanding of the history of beer. — Hrag Vartanian,
Techniques Students Can use in Class
These videos show lots of techniques we think you might be able to apply in class.
Expand Your Knowledge
There is so much to learn! Even if you can never master it all, it is fun to see the masters at work. Learn about the medium of clay and the ceramic processes.
China Part 6 My Crate Arrives
I bought brushes, glazes, tools and about 400 small pots in China. I also had a dozen molds made so I could watch the process
Donna’s Return
After teaching ceramics in public school for 13 years, Donna has returned to Fireborn full time.
China Part 4 – Amazing Throwing
This video was taken in in a small studio in Jingdezhen, China. The techniques are quite different than what is common in the USA. The
China part 2
As you can imagine spending six weeks in China was a really big adventure for me. I was an “artist resident” at The Pottery Workshop
China Part 1 My Trip
I spent six weeks in China. I was studying ceramics. one month was spent in the city of Jingdezhen, the city “where porcelain was born”.
Understanding Glazes, Materials and Processes
Find out what glazes are and how they are made and tested.
Korean Icheon and Onggi Pottery
These master Korean potters are on my bucket list of people and places to visit.
Open Studio Saturday Access
Open Studio – Note new Start time: 12:30 p.M. effective May 1, 2023 12:30 – 4:00 P.M. Saturday open-studio access, without instruction, is sometimes available, depending
UK Potters
https://youtu.be/Jox9gMLEQ5Ehttps://youtu.be/GRUsk1Gczechttps://youtu.be/lpy0VGotXdUhttps://youtu.be/yVglMHd0_YMhttps://youtu.be/E2IiAGBOcSUhttps://youtu.be/P7WsFXXY7_Q Attachments
Philosophical Musings of Potters
Think about life, process, fulfillment and how it all fits together. https://youtu.be/QLYivjLbWxg https://youtu.be/tJUYd07ggt0
Parking Permits and Street Cleaning Issues
Parking issues during classes at Fireborn Street cleaning Permit areas Free parking Note: There are some blocks where a permit is not required, others where it is required.
Teapots and tea ware
Tea and tea ware has a long and venerable history. Asians have been growing and enjoying tea for centuries and using it for medicinal, ceremonial,
Ending Your Term
Please decide whether or not you want to renew well before your term ends. If you want to continue, then please commit as soon as
Reading List
Reading List Clay and Glazes for the Potter by Daniel Rhodes This is my potters’ bible of technical information – a must read if you want
Technical Information
About Clay: There are many kinds of clay, like earthenware, stoneware, and the most beautiful, porcelain. Porcelain is glassy and non-absorbent when fired to maturity.
Fireborn Studios Students’ Exhibition
Student Exhibition at Fireborn Studios This group exhibition features the work of 28 current and former students and instructors at Fireborn Studios. There are many
