Service Description

A magical course focused on how to mix oxides, mason stains, and create 3D patterns onto forms. What is a mason stain? : Mason stains are highly versatile and offer a wide range of colors, allowing artists and potters to achieve beautiful and unique effects in their work. They can be used to create both translucent and opaque colors, and their intensity can be adjusted by controlling the amount of stain added. Additionally, mason stains are known for their stability and resistance to fading, making them a popular choice for ceramic artists. By incorporating mason stains into their creations, artists can add depth, texture, and character to their pottery or ceramic pieces. They offer endless possibilities for creativity and allow artists to explore and experiment with different color combinations, gradients, and patterns. What is an oxide? Ceramic oxides are responsible for adding color to ceramic glazes or clay bodies. Different metal oxides produce different colors when fired at specific temperatures. For example, iron oxide can produce colors ranging from yellow to brown, while copper oxide can create blues and greens. Oxides are used to create unique textures or surface effects in ceramics. When applied in specific ways, these oxides can produce speckles, streaks, or mottled patterns during firing, adding visual interest and depth to the finished piece. Overall, ceramic oxides are vital components in ceramic formulations, enabling artists and potters to achieve desired colors, textures, and properties in their creations. They provide versatility and control in the ceramic-making process, allowing for endless possibilities in artistic expression. What is a ceramic inlay? A clay inlay is a decorative technique used in ceramics and pottery. It involves the process of cutting or carving a design into the surface of a clay object and then filling it with a different colored clay or slip (a liquid form of clay). This creates a contrasting and visually appealing effect.

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Contact Details

• 900 North Broadway, Los Angeles, CA, USA

  + 213-262-5665

  clay@clayca.com