I started using this cut and slam wedging technique, I really like it. I do it around 30 times 2^30 turns out to be over a billion layers. So much easier on my wrists. Only thing is it takes a bit of time but you can do a really large batch and cut it down.
Man you are awesome, thank you for the video, I've learned some new tricks and now I'll turn bigger pots ,been getting request for them and I've been dodging the bullet so to speak because big pots intimidated me
Adam Keeling from Whichford Pottery came to visit my shop a few years back I was putting plastic on the rim of a 50 pounder as it dried and he asked why I was doing that .. I said it was what his father Jim did in the 1970's ..Adam said they went over to slatted boards for drying and didnt have any problem with splits or cracks .. I have done the same and it really makes a huge difference .. Give it a try .. Also with big pots there is more torque in a slower rotation and less water also gives more torque .. Yours Guy ,,,
Pacifica wheels are designed to add power when it senses an increase in drag. The wheel was working properly, but unless you know that and have worked with it, will be disconcerting. I like the feature on mine. Most other wheels do not sense drag or respond to it automatically. I like being able to set my peddle and work, but I've learned how to account for the motor response. It's just a matter of personal preference and knowing how to use the tool.
Interesting video on throwing large. I think I recognize one of the ladies. Her first name is Rita, and she is deaf. She has black short hair and she was taking pictures up close of his pot. If anyone knows her, ask her to respond. She knows me as Nona, from Washington State.
Whoever got this potter the shabby wobbly table to wedge on, messed up. And the wheel changing speed on its own- yuk! Poor guy, having to deal with organizers not having their ducks in a row.
As a gardener and potter I really enjoyed this video, however that hole was WAY too big for this pot. You would lose a lot of water out of the pot FAST!!
Your right. And... big pots fire better and crack less with a big hole. The trick is to put a screen over the hole and gravel at the bottom of the pot when it comes time to plant.
God I wish people would stop mangling physics. Particles are not directional. You are not building up layers of clay. You are through repeated mixing and "layering" making it more homogeneous and working air and water out of the mixture. There is also likely some compression but there is no layering. Doesn't mean what he did wasn't important or that he's not really really good at what he does. Mad respect for artisans like him.
What a silly comment, lol. The pot came out alright, did it not? I would argue that starting with it slightly off center is an indicator to students that it is in fact ok if it's not perfect - you can continue to center it as you continue to open / pull.
