Throwing a Pot

Ceramics is an ancient art that has evolved through out the ages. There many techniques used to acquire the desired overall look. One of the most common of these is the use of a throwing wheel. This essay will supply you with all of the information needed to throw your first pot.
<Tab/>First you will need good clay. The easiest clay to start with is called Navajo White. This clay is much smoother and easier to center on the wheel. You will also need a long pointy object to measure the base of your pot, a wheel, a bucket of water, and a sponge.
<Tab/>After you have gathered your supplies you need to cut a piece of clay about the size of two oranges. Then you need to push the clay into itself, a technique called wedging which removes all of the hazardous air bubbles. …