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This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc. Gather the appropriate amount of clay for your project. Weigh clay after wedging in case any is lost to the surface. It is also advised to err on the side of caution and wedge slightly more clay than you need rather than come up short.
Prepare your wedging surface. Clean off residual clay from previous wedging if applicable , and make sure the area is free from moisture. Wedging clay onto a wet surface can lead to the clay sticking to your canvas or plaster.
Wedge on raw canvas if the clay is at your preferred moisture level. An ideal level is not wet enough so that it sticks to your hands, but finger dents should form when squeezed lightly. It should not slip through your fingers. Wedge on plaster if there is excess moisture. The pottery plaster will absorb excess water in the clay. Wedging on plaster can also aid in reclaiming clay from wheel throwing. Set up your tools.
Wheel Throwing Techniques. Search the Daily. In This Section. New to teaching ceramics? Try again and make sure you keep your fingers and palms fully cupped around the as you push it onto the table My arms are too tired! Continue the same wedging motion, but start to lessen your pressure and shorten the stroke of your push. This will eventually leave just a small nub of a nose left.
Move your clay to the center of the table and roll it towards your belly button. This will remove the remainder of the nose. Put your cylinder in the center of the table Using your left hand on the left side of the clay slowly roll the clay back towards your belly button You are looking to form a slight point on the left side DO NOT roll so hard that it creates a concave surface at the pointed end. Pick the right side of clay up with your right hand so the pointy side is down.
Give the clay a gentle tap or two down on the table to create a crude cylinder shape. Place your palm on the top of the clay With a very gentle pressure and quick rotating motion with your wrist roll a slight point onto the bottom of the clay. This will be the side you attach down onto the bat when you throw. Did you make this project? The Textured Surface. The Basic Form for Ceramic Art.
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