Friday, February 15, 2013

Status Update: Feb. 15th, 2013

1. I am currently working on finishing my cups.
2. It is difficult to work with the old clay because we have to mix wet and dry clay to come up with a balanced medium that can produce a manageable product.
3. I enjoy using the wheel because it is entertaining and challenging. I like it better because it is challenging.
4. We have to raise the cup 3 or more times in order to center the cup which will give it balance.

My cup, which I have named chip, can hold only 3 ounces of water. I glazed it with white first, then dark blue on the base, and yellow on the top. The yellow did not come out the way I had hoped but overall I am pleased with the outcome of the glaze. My candle holder, I glazed with white first and then chun plum. I like the way the glaze came out. It did everything I hope and expected. It defines my designs very nicely.