I started to practice altering thrown forms this semester, beginning with faceting. This requires throwing pieces with thicker walls (~1/2") and then using a wire to carve away facets. In this case, I rotated the wire as I cut away clay so that the facets would be twisted. I made 3 layers of cuts to create this pattern around the outside of the cup with octogonal symmetry. I brushed white slip inside and outside the cup and then bisque fired. I then used choxils and soda ash, similar to the pitcher from last semester for the glaxing. I think this is a very elegant and modern look for a tea cup and plan to make more.
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