The first batch of wheel-thrown wares that resemble something usable are nearly dry enough for a bisque firing. The bare mug forms from a previous post, now have some surface treatment and the stamp that I use on most of the MugPhlutes. I’m thinking that a dark blue glaze on the interior that caries over to cover the lip area with be the principal color. Red iron oxide will be washed into the textured areas and shadowed lightly below…after that, a simple clear glaze will cover the handle and all of the outside (except for the lip). Three of the mugs will be used to test other glazes. The six that are close enough to call a set will be glazed consistently.
The ware boards on my shelves seem to be filling up with new work. I hope that is a sign that my technique is improving. The next assignment for class is 20 bowls. That shouldn’t be a huge deal, but I have other projects that keep pulling me back to some interesting sketchbook work…I guess that’s progress.
Love ’em! Can’t wait to see the final results!
Debbie,
Thanks…these made their way into the kiln last night. It will be another week before the glaze kiln is full enough to fire, but I promise pictures.
P:)