2. The 6 Different Stages Of Clay

Written By Katherine Tomlinson

What are the different stages of clay and what can you do at each stage? 

Clay is an incredible material with completely different properties at each stage of dryness. In this episode we explore what clay is like at each stage of dryness from slip at its most wet, all the way through to clay fired to maturity in a glaze firing. We discuss the main uses of each wonderful stage of clay. 

Katherine Tomlinson

A Potter for over 25 years, Katherine is passionate about eco-conscious pottery materials and practices. She has created books and courses to help other Potters find the information they need. Listen to the Oxford Clay podcast for more pottery tips. You can contact Katherine here.

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