Every so often I have to take a day in the studio to do, what I call, “prepping the kiln”. This means that I have to take an inventory of what is greenware, bisqueware and glazeware and separate those into their groups. From there, I am basically doing “finish-work”. I am cleaning up any rough edges on my tiles, making sure I have trimmed everything that is ready for the next bisque firing, throwing collecting dishes for each piece I will glaze in my next glaze firing, and throwing pedestals for each of those pieces as well.
Bisqueware and Greenware at various stages of drying.
I don’t really enjoy this step in the studio but it is high on the priority list in properly preparing for a firing. It is the uncreative and more technical side of the business, but just as important. I will say, I always feel refreshed when this project is finished and I can get back to throwing actual pieces or trimming or glazing. I am hoping to have one more bisque firing and then two glaze firings before Thanksgiving. I will then be taking a break for a week as my husband and I head to Maryland to be with my family for a week. I have to keep plugging away until then!
collecting dishes
My notes and measurements for throwing pedestal rings for the foot of each pot
Julie Vogan - Can’t wait to see the final tile project w/ your dad!
Loved chatting with you guys!
Love, Mom V.
Julie Vogan - Can’t wait to see the final tile project w/ your dad!
Loved chatting with you guys!
Love, Mom V.
Vickie - Arryn,
I enjoy reading and learning all that you are doing with your pottery! I can’t wait to see the project you and your Dad are working on together. Enjoy your time in Maryland with your family. I know how excited your parents must be to have you home!!
Vickie - Arryn,
I enjoy reading and learning all that you are doing with your pottery! I can’t wait to see the project you and your Dad are working on together. Enjoy your time in Maryland with your family. I know how excited your parents must be to have you home!!