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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.
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
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.
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.
Techniques Students Can use in Class
These videos show lots of techniques we think you might be able to apply in class.
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
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
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
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
Latest Firing and Unclaimed Pots
This is the latest info on the firing schedule and where your pots may be.
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
