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The article offers information on pottery skills, characteristics and primitive methods of Dusun Tindal, a sub-group of Kadazan Dusun tribe in Malaysia. Topics included potter Kantiam Binti Setan who uses hand tools such as bamboo rods split in half, round and smooth river stones, and wooden paddles; traditional Malay pottery which is created as unglazed and plain forms by people who adopted Islam; and the patterns engraved on wooden paddle which are either geometric shapes or natural motifs.

The article offers information on technologies for the ceramics studios. Topics include the Autodesk Maya software for 3D modeling, scanning, and editing; the photogrammetry-based 3D scanning, Autodesk ReMake, for photogrammetry-based 3D scanning from Autodesk; and printing products such as UV cured photo-polymeric inkjet deposition, such as used by the Objet printer from Stratasys.

The article focuses on various challenges faced by the author in opening his own pottery studio. Topics discussed include adding employees for making various pottery products, contribution made by David Gamber, Mark Goertzen and Moshe Hodges in building pottery studio and efforts of various potters leading to rewards of customer loyalty, community service and relationships of integrity.

The article discusses the use of tools in ceramic art and achievements of artist and educator Doug Casebeer. It states his belief in bringing grace and beauty into people's lives through the art experience, workshops, and lectures. It mentions that Casebeer has a gift for inspiring ceramic artists of all skill levels. It also discusses his creations using different tools including Natural Oak Throwing Stick, Wooden Throwing Stick, and Wooden Throwing Stick.

The article focuses on pottery artist Adam Field's work with unfamiliar tools, which he uses at work and in his online avatar the albino gorilla. It mentions of his inspiration from symbolic system in Hawaiian tapa cloth and quipus in Zulu basketry, and the success of his own creation of symbolic system. Also mentioned are his celadon glazes inspired by Korean and Chinese wares, use of traditional tools for Onggi pottery, and usage of carving tool form Korea called sanggam kal at his studios.

A directory is presented of ceramic businesses located in the U.S. including A & K Clay Company LLC in Bethel, Ohio, Alligator Clay Company in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and American Ceramic Supply Co. in Forth Worth, Texas.

A listing is presented of ceramic businesses located in the U.S. including Marjon Ceramics Inc. in Phoenix, Arizona, Leslie Ceramic Supply Co. in Berkeley, California and Summit Kilns in Land O Lakes, Florida.

The article focuses on the American potter John Neely and the mechanics and techniques he employs to produce his artwork. The article discusses the influence his time in Japan has had on his pottery, the importance of tools in pottery and the way in which he depends on historical precedents to create his work. The article also stresses the functionality of his art, an example being his teapots.

A directory of pottery equipment and supplies companies is presented, which includes A & K Clay Company LLC, Aardvark Clay & Supplies and Alligator Clay Company.

A table is presented which lists ceramics businesses in the U.S. by state including Marjon Ceramics Inc. in Phoenix, Arizona, Echo Ceramics in Los Angeles, California, and Atlantic Pottery Supply Inc. in Atlantic Beach, Florida.

The article reviews several websites including Bailey Ceramic Supply, located at www.baileypottery.com, from Bailey Ceramic Supply, Blick Art Materials, located at dickblick.com/lessonplans, from Dick Blick and Chavant, Inc., located at www.chavant.com, from Chavant, Inc.

The article offers step-by-step instructions for building a slab roller.

Discusses ways of making ceramic plates and bowls using glass molds. Materials needed in making the ceramic wares; Steps of the molding process; Ways to avoid sagging and warping of the wares after molding.

Discusses ways of making large ceramic sculptures using small kilns. Materials that are needed in making the sculptures; Steps of the forming process; Factors that should be considered in the glazing process; Tips on the firing process. INSET: Terra Sigillata.

Discusses ways of making stamps used for marking ceramic pots. Materials needed for making the stamps; Types of stamps; Factors that should be considered in designing the stamps.

Discusses the use of organic burnout materials in pottery making. Types of burnout materials; Method of preparation; Materials required for firing burnout texture materials; Firing schedule for burning out texture materials.

Evaluates the slab roller used in pottery making. Advantages of the machine; Features of the roller; Variations of the slab roller.

Provides insights on how to build a gas kiln or an electric kiln using information shared by Mel Jacobson as a presenter at the American Ceramic Society's second annual Artist Workshop. Demonstration on how to convert an electric kiln into a small Cone 11-12 gas/electric kiln using a method developed by Nils Lou, and utilizing ITC refractory products; Safety measures; Firing instructions.

The article offers advice for potters and ceramic artists on how to work with lusters. Particular focus is given to how lusters can be used on a variety of surfaces including glass, earthenware and porcelain. Additional topics discussed include the difference between reduced lusters and resinate lusters, how to apply lusters and information on toxicity and safety.

The article discusses the use of abrasives for smoothing the feet and bottoms of a piece of pottery. Particular focus is given to sanding and grinding techniques. These include the use of sandpaper, grinding stones, and aluminum oxide abrasives. According to the author, a smooth, level foot prevents a piece of pottery from becoming unstable and from scratching tables or counters.

The article offers information on various pottery supplies and equipment including tile cutters from Amaco, the QT2 centering bat from Bailey Pottery, and platter ribs from Mudtools.

The article reviews several websites including one from Bailey Ceramic Supply, located at www.baileypottery.com, one from Blick Art Materials, located at www.dickblick.com/lesson-plans, and one from the periodical "SchoolArts," located at www.schoolartsdigital.com.

The article explains the method of slipware marbleizing. It notes that the creation of marbleized patterning where two or more colored slips are laid down and manipulated to create a variegated appearance is among the most common slipware decorating techniques. It discusses the role of gravity and centrifugal force in marbleizing process. Also discussed are the importance of understanding the nature of slip, tools, techniques and materials used for marbleizing.

The article focuses on the different machines used to mix left-over clay or to design a custom mixture. In the horizontal-shaft hopper, dry materials must be added prior to the placement of the scrap clay. In contrast, water is added first to the Soldner mixer. The pugmill adds body and increase the thickness of the clay. The fourth kind of mixer is a machine that combines both mixer and pugmill qualities. The article presents several factors to consider prior to buying any machine.

The article provides information on pottery trimming tools, including the Trimming Disc, created by Robert Piepenburg, the Giffin Grip created by Brian Giffin and the Grabber Pad.

Deals with ways of making a tepee paper kiln for ceramic firing. Materials that are needed in making the kiln; Safety concerns that should be considered in firing the kiln.

The author reflects on the efforts of a potter Mark Hewitt in searching materials for his pots in different places far from his birthplace in England. He describes Hewitt's works crafted with utmost care influenced from Japan like Chojiro chawan that explores the formal and emotional complexity of obscure and challenging objects which was reflected in "Japan Times," of Tokyo, Japan. He appreciates Hewitt's culture enrichment to his residential place in North Carolina through his ceramics.

The article discusses pottery making. The satisfaction of working with one's hands when making pottery is described, noting that individuals seeking to attempt making pottery for the first time should make use of locally-available resources such as schools, craft centers, and museums for classes and equipment.

The article offers step by step instructions for making the harp tool for pottery.

In this article, the author examines research on the clay and glaze material G-200 Feldspar. Particular focus is given to the history of G-200 Feldspar and to its use in pottery. Additional topics include how G-200 Feldspar has been used for more than 57 years as of 2014, Feldspar plants in Micaville, North Carolina, and raw material economics and production.

The article provides details about the development of pottery craft in Mardin, Turkey. Topics addressed include the pottery society as represented in Mardin, the preparation process of the mud and clay's formation through the potters' wheel. Outlooks on prospects of pottery in Marin in the absence of apprentices are also analyzed.

The article focuses on information concerning commercially prepared clay bodies as used by potters. The article discusses the availability of raw materials such as clay, fledspars and grogs as a factor in the development of clay body formulas, the low costs of these materials and considerations that must be taken such as the shelf life of the clay body. The article goes on to discuss adjustments that can be made to clay bodies because of customer complaints, the predominance of stock clay body formulas and the possibility of ordering a private formula.

The article reviews art education-related websites, organizations, and products, including the website Curator's Corner at CuratorsCorner.com, the second edition of the book "Envisioning Writing: Integrating Drawing and Writing," and the pottery supplies website Skutt.com.

The article discusses the benefits of using a proper vent system for kilns. Topics include the reasons for venting kilns, how venting affect the fired work, and the ways to properly use the vent. It also cites kiln vent care, including the use of stainless steel duct and the importance of venting for kiln elements, such as the electrical connections between the kiln wiring and the elements.

The article evaluates various clay making products from various pottery equipment manufacturers such as the V8 multi-purpose kiln from Evenheat, the Genesis touch-screen temperature controller from Bartlett Instrument Company and Celadon Glazes from the American Art and Clay company.

The article offers step-by-step instructions for using the gyubera Japanese throwing ribs in creating a clay bowl on the potter's wheel.