Ceramics Courses and Certifications

Florian Gadsby

How to Pull Up the Walls of a Pot - A Beginner's Guide

Learn essential techniques for pulling up clay walls evenly, including hand positioning, pressure control, and common pitfalls to avoid. Master the art of creating well-formed pottery vessels.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

How to Make a Ceramic Teapot, from Beginning to End

Comprehensive guide to crafting a stoneware teapot, covering throwing, assembling, firing, and finishing techniques. Ideal for pottery enthusiasts seeking to master this intricate process.

• YouTube
• 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

How a Handmade Pottery Cup is Made from Beginning to End - Narrated Version

Comprehensive narrated guide to handcrafting stoneware coffee cups, from clay preparation to glazing and firing, showcasing traditional pottery techniques and artisanal craftsmanship.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

How to Make a Handmade Pottery Teapot - ASMR Version

Immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of handcrafting a pottery teapot, from wedging clay to attaching the final handle, in this ASMR-style demonstration.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Lost Worlds of South America

247 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Trek through the lost worlds of South America and discover exotic civilizations in this course on the culture, architecture, and history of these ancient peoples.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 11 hours 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Material Science

1 review

Explore properties of everyday materials, from alloys to smart materials. Learn about mechanical properties, ceramics, plastics, and surface treatments in this comprehensive overview of material science.

• Swayam
• 16 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

IIT Madras;  NPTEL

Medical Biomaterials

Explore biomaterials' properties, types, and applications in medical implants and devices. Learn about biocompatibility, characterization techniques, and biological responses to various materials.

• Swayam
• 8 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Aesthetic Appreciation and Creation

"People should not only appreciate the beauty that created by themselves but also be tolerant with the beauty created by others. The combination of various beauties blesses the world harmonious.

• XuetangX
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Introduction to Pottery

Make your own decorative mug as you learn pottery throwing basics. Master potter Sarah Wolf shows you how from start to finish in this beginner’s class.

• Craftsy
• 1 hour 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• $39.00

Florian Gadsby

Throwing Handmade Pouring Vessels - Making Pottery from Beginning to End

4 reviews

Comprehensive guide to creating handmade pouring vessels, from throwing and trimming to glazing and firing. Includes detailed steps, techniques, and a final pour test demonstration.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

How to Center Clay - A Beginner's Guide

Comprehensive guide on centering clay for pottery, covering techniques, positioning, and troubleshooting. Ideal for beginners seeking to master this fundamental skill in wheel throwing.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

How to Make a Pottery Dinner Plate - Part One

Learn pottery techniques for creating dinner plates, from clay preparation to throwing and shaping, with expert guidance on tools and methods for achieving professional results.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

How to Throw, Glaze and Fire a Pottery Inkwell - From Beginning to End

Comprehensive guide to creating pottery inkwells: throwing, trimming, glazing, and firing techniques demonstrated step-by-step, from raw clay to finished product.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

How to Make Simple, Small Pottery Jars - Narrated Version

Learn to create small pottery jars with expert guidance. Master throwing, trimming, glazing, and firing techniques. Discover the intricate process behind these charming vessels from start to finish.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

How to Throw and Trim a Small Pottery Plate - Narrated Version

Comprehensive guide to throwing and trimming a small pottery plate, covering techniques from clay preparation to final trimming, with detailed explanations of tools and methods used.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video