Curriculum

Throwing Taller: Moving Clay Up​

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•  Introduction 

Throwing tall pots doesn't have to be a challenge!

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In this 4-part lesson I'll show you, step by step with a few simple diagrams and concise demos how to move clay upward. And then, how to combine your taller pots in sections to make very tall pots… pots that you'll have under control from start to finish.

I'll share with you:

- a way of thinking about the steps needed to move clay upward

- designs and structure plans for large pot making

- the best hand, knuckle, and fingertip hand positions to use

- the assembling techniques to use when combining your thrown forms

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•  The Techniques (19:29 ) 

•  Two Piece Pots (31:17 ) 

•  Three Piece Pots (35:57 ) 

•  Two Ways to Make Large Jug Forms (54:04)

•  BONUS: Photo Gallery

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Resources​

•  Weights and Measures

•  Magic Water Recipe 

•  Influential and Useful Books 

•  Resource Guide