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Which is the Best Beginner Clay? - Comparison of Three Stoneware Clay Types

Florian Gadsby via YouTube

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This 31-minute tutorial compares three different stoneware clay bodies to help beginners determine which type is most suitable for starting pottery. Learn about the characteristics of 10% grog clay (ES80), imitation porcelain stoneware, and heavily grogged stoneware as they're thrown and trimmed into bowls. Discover the pros and cons of each clay type, with practical demonstrations showing how they behave during different stages of the pottery process. The video addresses common questions about clay selection, explains what qualities to look for in beginner-friendly clay, and offers valuable tips on proper drying techniques. Perfect for new potters trying to make informed decisions about materials before investing in supplies.

Syllabus

0:00 - Introduction & selecting clays
2:33 - Throwing the 10% grog clay, ES80
6:25 - Throwing the imitation porcelain stoneware
12:45 - Throwing the heavily grogged stoneware
17:08 - Drying out the bowls properly
18:05 - Trimming the 10% grog clay, ES80
19:52 - Trimming the imitation porcelain stoneware
25:50 - Trimming the heavily grogged stoneware
29:27 - My final two tips...
30:22 - Clean up

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Florian Gadsby

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