Ceramic Arts

Recent Answers

2009-11-20 Pottery - kiln safety:

Dear Deb, Thank you for your recent question. The safety of kilns is dependent on the location in your studio. Place the kiln near a window if you do not have ventilation. Do not place it near

2009-11-19 Ceramics - cloudy leadfree glaze:

pin holeing is also caused by fine clay particles(powder) on the pot, make sure its totally clay dust free before applying the glaze. Cloudy usually means the application is two thick, a clear glaze

2009-11-16 Pottery - Gare 911 Kiln Manual:

Dear Deborah, Thank you for your recent question. I have exhausted my resources on locating a manual for you. The only other alternative is to contact Gare directly and inquire about the manual

2009-11-16 Pottery - Research Questions:

Dear Leslie, Thank you for your recent request. I would be happy to assist you in your research paper. Please do not email your questions to this forum, but rather send them to me directly at earthstokenfire@earthstokenfire

2009-11-15 Pottery - Thinning a Thick Glaze:

Dear Michelle, Thank you for your recent question. Solidification of a glaze happens when the glaze looses much of it's water content. It can also happen when materials are in the glaze that do