Wheel Thrown Pedestal Ceramics
Various Work - 2021
A series of wheel thrown ceramics constructed of two parts - a pedestal base and top. Each form was thrown separately then connected.
Carbon rich black clay was chosen to further pronounce the contours. Many of the pieces are unglazed to maintain a matte black finish and subtle grainy texture.
Process
Each form was thrown by hand on the potters wheel using a variety of tools to shape the clay. The bases and tops were then connected by "scoring and slipping" - a process commonly seen in ceramics. The surfaces were burnished prior to firing, creating a smooth finish.
Once dry, the pieces were bisque fired to become true "ceramic". They were then fired a final time up to 2165°F. Oxygen flow was essential to reveal the rich black coloration.
Fired to 2165°F
Fired Shrinkage 14.5%
Water Absorption 0.5%
process
all forms were thrown on the wheel by hand. the top and base segments were connected by "scoring and slipping" - a process commonly seen in ceramics.
"mini" pedestal series
a total of 20 mini pedestals were made, each comprised of two parts. the heights range from the tallest at 3.5" to 1.5" at the shortest.
"large" pedestal series
a total of 6 large pedestals were made, each comprised of two parts. the heights range from the tallest at 9.5" to 6" at the shortest.
