“Bloat” in ceramics refers to a specific type of clay defect that happens during the firing process. When clay is fired in a kiln, it undergoes a series of physical and chemical changes. Bloating is one of the undesirable outcomes that can occur during...
Ceramic kilns are essential tools in the world of pottery and ceramics. These versatile machines are responsible for firing clay to create durable and beautiful ceramic pieces. However, to achieve consistent, high-quality results, ceramic kilns must undergo thorough...
Glaze failure in the ceramics world is a word that often evokes disappointment and discouragement or what Matt calls “Post Firing Depression”. Much of the ceramics community glorifies success in pretty photoshopped magazines and books, and as a result, we tend to see...
Your favorite ceramic glaze podcast nerds are back for Season 3 of For Flux Sake! “For Flux Sake” is a podcast hosted by the team of Kathy King of the Harvard Ceramics Department and husband and wife Rose and Matt Katz, co-founders of Ceramic Materials...
Launched in July 2023, our self-guided Understanding Glazes course is Ceramic Materials Workshop’s newest online course option. It’s an ideal format for students who want to learn about glaze chemistry, have a busy schedule, and want to work through the materials on...
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