3rd Semester

I am making some good progress this semester.  I've learned how to throw off the hump - throwing many small pieces from one large "hump" of clay.  This technique allows quick reproduction of smaller pieces by avoiding having to clean and recenter individual balls of clay for each piece.  I've also thrown some pieces with lids - this has been tricky since you have to throw two pieces that match in size to the pot's gallery and also in character to the pot's shape.  I also learned to pull handles for cups and thrown jugs.   I am continuing to experiment with glazing as well - layering glazes in oxidation, using slips and waxes to achieve different textures and patterns.