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CONSTRUCTION ZONE UPDATE … And the remodel continues. Last week none of the paints were where you expected them to be! OLD GLAZES were moved to the craft drawers and were a bit tight. Jim suggested that I lay them … Continue reading →

Technique of the Week — 9/16 to 9/20 Using alcohol with concepts underglazes. TECHNIQUE OF THE WEEK — adding alcohol to concepts to create a beautiful and unique pattern. The is one of the projects we did on day 2 … Continue reading →

Technique of the Week: Spattering or Splattering 9/9-13 So, you ask, what’s the difference? I have heard the terms used interchangeably so I looked it up. Here are two non-academic sources to look at (which is ok because we’re trying … Continue reading →

ANNOUNCHING OUR SUMMER WORKSHOPS   JUNE & JULY  Picnic on the Porch, Thursday, June 13th 3:00-11:00 picnic projects, $30 for one, $50 for two   Christmas in July, Thursday, July 25th 3:00-11:00 trees, ornaments, & Old World Santas. $1 per … Continue reading →

posted on our Facebook page today NEW MAILING LIST We have decided to announce all workshops and MVCT events via email. Many people do not frequent Facebook on a daily basis and this will ensure that everyone gets the information … Continue reading →

These are translucent underglazes that can be used on greenware, on bisque, or over other underglazes or matte glazes. They are more color concentrated than Concepts and will give you brighter colors. Majolica Majolica is a highly decorated ware reminiscent … Continue reading →

How to Paint The previous post talked about different types of underglazes. Cover coats were primarily designed to use on greenware. You need to paint on three even coats for full coverage, otherwise is will be uneven and streaky. Make … Continue reading →

Fired Products come in three types: underglazes, glazes, and overglazes. Underglazes are basically colored slip and also come in three types which we will talk about today. They are painted onto greenware or bisque and fired (first firing–usually to cone … Continue reading →

Faux Leather This technique is nice on books for a leather-like finish, on figures for a paper mache’ look, or on other pieces for a textured background. First basecoat the piece with stain. Then tear up tissues or tissue paper … Continue reading →

continued from yesterday Granite Stone This is a non-fired, textured paint that is thick. After stirring, you can apply it with a brush or palette knife. It leaves a rough texture on your piece. After dry buffing with a sponge … Continue reading →