by Kyra Lysynecky | February 9, 2024 | Blog Article
Demystifying Ceramic Glaze Labels: 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...
by Kyra Lysynecky | February 2, 2024 | Blog Article, Clay, Featured Article
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...
by Kyra Lysynecky | January 19, 2024 | Blog Article
Introduction 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. ...
by Kyra Lysynecky | January 12, 2024 | Blog Article, Industry News
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...
by Kyra Lysynecky | December 15, 2023 | Blog Article
Whether you are a novice shaping your first clay creation or a seasoned potter refining your craft, having a curated collection of ceramic books is always a great resource to have.  But…here’s the thing…Although we love books, our opinion is that many of the ceramic...
by Kyra Lysynecky | December 7, 2023 | Blog Article
In the realm of ceramics, artistry intertwines with scientific precision. The transformation from raw materials to finished artworks hinges on meticulous attention to detail. Among the arsenal of tools residing in the ceramics studio, one instrument works behind the...