by Alyx Galanti | February 4, 2025 | Beginners Guide, Informative
 So you’re ready to dive into the wonderful world of ceramics? Fantastic! But hold on a minute before you get your hands dirty. Even the most experienced potters make mistakes, but knowing about some common pitfalls can save you frustration (and maybe a few...
by Alyx Galanti | January 28, 2025 | Beginners Guide, Clay, Informative, Kilns
 You’ve sculpted, you’ve shaped, you’ve maybe even thrown on the wheel. Now, it’s time to transform your clay creations into finished masterpieces! This is where the science of glazing and firing comes in. But before you crank up the heat,...
by Alyx Galanti | January 21, 2025 | Beginners Guide, Clay, Informative, Kilns
 Ever wondered how that lump of clay transforms into a durable masterpiece? At Ceramic Materials Workshop, we’re passionate about uncovering the science behind ceramics. Clay, it turns out, is more than just dirt! It’s a fascinating material composed of...
by Kyra Lysynecky | January 7, 2025 | Beginners Guide, Clay, Featured Article, Informative
 Okay, you’ve signed up for that pottery class, or maybe you’ve just got a bag of clay staring at you from the corner of your craft room. Now what? Before you dive headfirst into making amazing pottery, let’s get to know the star of the show: clay!...
by Kyra Lysynecky | October 23, 2024 | Glazes, Informative
What are Bristol Glazes? Bristol glazes are a type of glaze used on ceramics that can be fired at lower temperatures (around cone 6) compared to traditional glazes (cone 10). They achieve this by utilizing a specific chemical reaction between zinc and calcium. How...
