How Do You Throw A Pottery Piece?
Throwing pottery is one of the most rewarding things I know. When you are finished, and you look at what you have created, it is truly mesmerizing. The steps below take a lot of work, and a lot of tools. But once you get the hang of it, the world is your oyster. First you should compile and ready the following equipment before throwing pottery: 1. Potter’s wheel 2. Clay 3. Bucket of water 4. Sponges 5. Wire cutting tool to remove the pot from the wheel 6. Chamois or other article to smooth the rim of the pot 7. Needle tool for trimming Before you throw a pot, the clay should be kneaded or “wedged” to remove air bubbles. This also enables the clay to become more malleable and “plastic.” The finished wedged clay should be ball shaped and bagged in plastic until it is ready to for use. The clay should be affixed to the center of the wheel head. I usually wet the bat to allow for good suction. Throw it on and start the wheel spinning at a rapid rate. You will want to keep your clay wet and
