Online Mug Making Class Videos
Welcome to the workshop! Here's a bunch of videos to hep you on your way to making some mugs. You can also access these video directly from YouTube by clicking here. (They are unlisted, so you won't find them in a search).
If it seems like a lot of videos, don't worry- you don't have to watch them all. Here's my recommendation:
That's all you may need! The other videos show you some helpful tips (the "making clay softer" one is great for reclaiming clay if you want to start one over) and some other ideas to get the creative juices flowing. Have fun! |
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Pinch and Coil MethodPro tip: The "Alternate Way to Start Your Mug" is much faster, and the video is much shorter. I would try that first :)
Advantages of this method:
Disadvantages:
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Slab-Built MethodPro tip: This is a great method for parents and kids to work on together. See the Tim Hansen Working With Kids videos at the bottom of this page.
Advantages of this method:
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Refining and finishing you mug
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Troubleshooting tips
Good for re-claiming clay if you want to start a piece over.
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Common problem when using the pinch/coil method
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Some Fun Approaches
these approaches both start from the pinch/coil method, although many ideas could be adopted for slab-built pieces as well. For a GREAT idea for adding texture to Slab-built mugs, check out Tim Hansen's Working With Kids videos below!
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Bonus Videos: Working with Kids with guest artist Tim Hansen
There's some great ideas in these videos for adding texture that are great for both kids and adults. Wish I would have thought of this myself :)
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