Clay experimentation

Tuesday 23rd April 2013
From looking at Mo Jubbs work, I have started to experiment more with clay.
Here are some very quick models for some ideas I could use in my Final Major Project. I like the way I have played around with different thicknessess and shapes for the best outcome. I also made a large figure made out of various shapes to make a patchwork type of look.

 

From being fired in kiln they all the delicate people all broke which was a shame but I now know that i cant make intricate delicate pieces of clay as they crack or break under the pressure of the heat. So i was glad i made a larger sample in a different way then i can fire it and test the colours of the glazes which we have. I am very happy with the outcome of the sample and may use that technique to make my final piece.

I enjoyed doing this way of working but its very time consuming and this one took me atleast half a day to produce and its not even that much. The thing hich takes the longest is the setting up and waiting for the rolled out slabs to dryout a bit so it makes it easier to work with as it holds the shape better.