Kyra Lysynecky | Ceramic Materials Workshop

Ceramic Cones: Understanding the Perfect Cone Bend

by Kyra Lysynecky | February 20, 2024 | Beginners Guide, Charts, How Tos, Informative, Kilns

Do you work in pottery or ceramics? If so, you’ve likely encountered the concept of cone temperature readings. For those new to the craft, understanding the intricacies of cone readings can be a bit like deciphering a cryptic code. But fear not, we are here to...

Demystifying Ceramic Glaze Labels

by Kyra Lysynecky | February 9, 2024 | Glazes, How Tos, Informative, Myth Busters

A Guide for Safe and Confident Glazing Have you ever stared at a bottle of ceramic glaze, baffled by the cryptic symbols and technical jargon? You’re not alone! Navigating the world of glazes can be daunting, especially when it comes to deciphering safety...

How To Find Your Clay’s Absorption Rate

by Kyra Lysynecky | February 2, 2024 | Beginners Guide, Clay, How Tos, Informative

Ever stood bewildered in the ceramics store, staring at clay bodies with cryptic absorption numbers? Wondering what those numbers mean and how they might impact your pottery? Fear not, fellow makers! This blog post is here to demystify the world of clay absorption and...

Clay Body Profiling And Why It Should Be Important To You!

by Kyra Lysynecky | January 19, 2024 | Clay, How Tos, Informative

The CMW team is currently undergoing a huge research project that includes collecting and testing scores of commercially available clay bodies to help our students understand how their clay bodies perform to make their studios the best that they can be. Clay body...

Ceramics in a World Without Custer Feldspar

by Kyra Lysynecky | January 12, 2024 | Clay, Informative

Diamonds may have the bling, but in the ceramics studio, a humble rock reigns supreme: feldspar. This powerhouse mineral makes up a whopping 60% of the Earth’s crust, hiding in everything from granite peaks to the sandy beach beneath your toes. But in your...