Florian Gadsby Courses

Testing Black Stoneware Clay: From Throwing to Firing Disaster

Experience the complete pottery process from throwing to firing, as Florian tests a new black stoneware clay with unexpected results, sharing valuable insights despite a disastrous outcome.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Failing Making Porcelain Vases - Learning from Pottery Mistakes and Trimming Techniques

Discover the reality of pottery failures while learning essential porcelain trimming techniques and how to adapt to challenging clay properties.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How I Carve Heavy Vessels Into Elegant Bowls

Master advanced pottery trimming techniques to transform heavy ceramic vessels into refined, elegant bowls with proper drying, wheel speed control, and intricate foot hollowing methods.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Blue Clay and Glaze Experiments - Making Pottery for the Financial Times and Nikkei

Discover the complete pottery process from clay experimentation to firing 200 navy blue stoneware cups for a prestigious Financial Times commission project.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

My Love-Hate Relationship with Porcelain - Pottery Throwing Techniques and Material Properties

Explore the unique challenges and rewards of working with porcelain clay, from throwing techniques to understanding its delicate properties and translucent beauty.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Exploring New Techniques for Crafting Decorative Mug Bases - A Pottery Tutorial

Master innovative techniques for crafting unique mug bases through detailed demonstrations of throwing, trimming, glazing, and firing processes, with a focus on creating decorative and sculptural footwells.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Throwing a Trinket Box - Step by Step

Learn to create a refined trinket box through detailed pottery techniques, from clay preparation to throwing, trimming, and adding decorative elements like bronze specks.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Throw and Trim Narrow Cylinders - A Surprisingly Difficult Shape

Master the challenging art of throwing and trimming narrow cylindrical vases with expert techniques for consistent walls, proper drying, and refined finishing.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Making Pottery Pouring Vessels From Beginning to End - ASMR Edition

Experience the soothing process of creating pottery pouring vessels, from throwing and trimming to glazing and firing. Watch the entire journey unfold, culminating in a satisfying pour test of the finished pieces.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Reduction Firing My Gas Pottery Kiln - ASMR Edition

Detallado proceso de cocción reductora en horno de gas, desde el empaquetado hasta el desempaquetado, con énfasis en técnicas ASMR y consejos prácticos para ceramistas.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Packing, Reduction Firing and Unpacking My Pottery Gas Kiln

Comprehensive guide to packing, firing, and unpacking a pottery gas kiln, covering each step from loading to final touches, with insights on techniques and problem-solving.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Making a Stepped Pottery Bowl - From Start to Finish ASMR

Experience the complete process of creating a stepped pottery bowl, from throwing to firing, in a soothing ASMR format. Learn techniques for shaping, glazing, and finishing a unique ceramic piece.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Throwing a New Idea - Bowls with Indented Rims

Explore the creation of innovative bowls with indented rims, from throwing clay to final firing. Learn techniques for shaping, glazing, and kiln-firing to achieve unique ceramic pieces.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Make a Chuck & Pulling Fine Handles

Learn to create refined ceramic mug handles using chucks for trimming, handle pulling techniques, and fine carving methods from an experienced potter.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Make an Angled Pottery Vase - From Beginning to End

Comprehensive guide to creating an angled pottery vase, covering every step from clay preparation to final firing and finishing. Ideal for pottery enthusiasts seeking in-depth knowledge of the craft.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video