Stoneware Courses and Certifications

Florian Gadsby

How to Make a Stoneware Pottery Bowl, from Beginning to End - Narrated Version

Comprehensive guide to crafting stoneware pottery bowls, covering all stages from clay preparation to final firing, with detailed explanations of each step in the process.

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

Florian Gadsby

Creating Crimson Stoneware Vases with Bronze Filings - A Pottery Experiment

Explore the creation of unique crimson vases using red stoneware, iron body, and bronze filings, from clay blending to final firing. Witness the entire pottery process and stunning results.

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

Florian Gadsby

Testing New Stoneware Clays - From Thrown to Reduction Fired

Explore stoneware clay testing, from throwing to reduction firing, with expert insights on clay types, glazing techniques, and kiln processes for unique ceramic creations.

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

Florian Gadsby

How to Make a Stoneware Pottery Bowl, from Beginning to End - ASMR Version

Experience the soothing process of creating a stoneware pottery bowl, from clay preparation to final firing, in this ASMR-style demonstration of traditional ceramic techniques.

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

Florian Gadsby

Making and Refining Angular Stoneware Mug Handles - An Unorthodox Approach

Detailed tutorial on making and refining handles for angular stoneware mugs, covering clay preparation, handle formation, attachment, shaping, and an unconventional refinement technique.

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

Florian Gadsby

Making a Small Stoneware Teapot - ASMR Edition

Detailed ASMR tutorial on crafting a small stoneware teapot, covering throwing, trimming, assembly, and finishing techniques. Perfect for pottery enthusiasts seeking a calming, immersive learning experience.

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

Florian Gadsby

Making a Large Stoneware Vase - Common Mistakes and Solutions in Pottery

Experience the complete pottery-making process, from throwing a 2.5kg stoneware vase to firing it in a gas kiln, including common mistakes and practical solutions for creating large ceramic pieces.

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

Florian Gadsby

Experimenting with Black Stoneware Clay - Making Tea Caddies and Store Jars

Explore the process of blending and working with black stoneware clay through the creation of tea caddies, from mixing clay bodies to throwing and trimming techniques.

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

Florian Gadsby

Crafting and Testing a Stoneware Pourer with Thrown Spout

Master the art of creating stoneware pourers with thrown spouts through detailed demonstrations of throwing, trimming, glazing, and firing techniques, followed by practical pouring tests.

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

Florian Gadsby

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

Explore three different stoneware clay bodies as they're thrown and trimmed, comparing their properties to help beginners choose the most suitable clay for starting pottery, with practical demonstrations and expert tips.

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

Florian Gadsby

Melting Metal into Clay: Incorporating Bronze into Stoneware Bowls

Explore the artistic process of embedding bronze fragments into stoneware bowls, from trimming and intentional metal placement to firing and finishing techniques for unique ceramic designs.

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

Florian Gadsby

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
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Florian Gadsby

Testing a New Black Schwarz Stoneware Clay Body

Explore testing Schwarz black stoneware clay through throwing and trimming techniques, examining its smooth texture, grog content, and firing temperature limitations.

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

Florian Gadsby

Trimming a Stoneware Lidded Jar - ASMR Edition

Detailed ASMR demonstration of trimming and refining a stoneware lidded jar, showcasing techniques for precise fitting and finishing touches in pottery creation.

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

Florian Gadsby

Making a Stoneware Pourer with a Thrown Spout - Pottery Tutorial

Learn to create a stoneware pourer with a thrown spout through step-by-step demonstration, from clay preparation to final storage, emphasizing techniques for optimal pouring functionality.

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