The Most Popular Pots I Make - Creating Miniature Jars from Start to Finish

Explore the intricate process of creating miniature ceramic jars in this 26-minute video tutorial. Follow along as the potter weighs and wedges clay, throws jar bodies and lids, trims components for a perfect fit, and progresses through bisque firing, waxing, and glazing stages. Witness the meticulous packing and reduction firing process in a Rohde KG-340 gas kiln, reaching temperatures of 1290ºC. Gain insights into the repetitive nature of pottery production and the rewarding results of crafting these tiny vessels. Learn about the importance of reduction firing for achieving specific results and see the final products unveiled. Perfect for both beginners and experienced potters looking to refine their techniques in creating small-scale ceramic pieces.

- Introduction
- Weighing and wedging the clay
- Throwing the bodies of the jars
- Throwing the lids for the jars
- Trimming the parts to fit together once leather hard
- Bisque firing the jars to 1000ºC
- Waxing the jars
- Glazing the jars
- Cleaning up the glazed surfaces
- Wadding the lids
- Packing and reduction firing my Rohde KG-340 gas kiln
- Cracking off the waddings and cleaning the lids
- The finished vessels...