Throwing Side Plates with Soft Clay - Part 1

Learn pottery plate-making techniques in this detailed tutorial video that demonstrates throwing side plates using extremely soft high iron stoneware clay. Master the process of preparing 900-gram clay portions, creating clay batts, proper MDF dampening techniques, and efficient studio customization. Explore various design elements including stepped bases and floating effects while gaining practical insights into overnight drying methods and proper plate removal techniques. Follow along with hands-on demonstrations of throwing techniques, studio setup considerations, and essential cleanup procedures that will enhance your ceramic plate-making skills.

Syllabus

- Introduction
- Preparing VERY soft clay to throw with
- My collection of side plates
- Choosing the right size...
- Using hot water to throw with
- Creating a clay 'batt' on which to attach my MDF batts
- Throwing the first plate
- How to dampen the MDF properly so that the clay sticks
- Discussing customising your own studio to help your needs
- Chatting about how to dry these overnight properly
- How to wire the plates off the batts
- Clean up