Clayworks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting ceramic arts, advancing artists and students, and enriching the communities it serves. Clayworks is proud to promote a range of educational opportunities, from clay classes for our youngest students to dedicated studio spaces for professional artists.

This beginners guide to sculpting will help you to get started with traditional figure sculpting in clay. Learn what type of clay to use, what tools you need, and how to set up a space to start sculpting in clay!

2024年2月2日 · Looking for methods of working with clay? Dive into hand building, wheel throwing, slip casting, sculpting, and inventive alternative approaches!

2021年9月1日 · This guide to clay sculpting will walk you through the different clay types for sculpting and the techniques you will need to set yourself up for at-home crafting success.

Clay is a material rich in history and possibilities for art making, and handbuilding pottery is the oldest use of the medium. The Crucible’s Ceramics Department offers a unique place to learn …

2025年2月24日 · Sculpting clay is a great way to engage your creative side! Clay can be sculpted into decorative or functional pieces. It can be messy, so make sure to cover your work surface and wear old clothes. Sculpt the clay using basic hand techniques and add decorative patterns using simple household items.

2025年4月3日 · Slabbing clay is a technique that includes rolling out slabs of clay and then cutting out pieces and attaching them together to create pots, cups, and urns. Once you have mastered the slab technique, the creative possibilities are endless! Set the thickness on the slab roller. You can adjust the thickness of the slab roller.

2025年1月8日 · Clay is a popular sculpting medium because it is malleable, responsive and can easily take on many forms. You can use it to create a wide variety of three-dimensional objects, including figurines, ornaments, jewelry, accessories and home decor items. There are several types of clay used by beginners, hobbyists and professional sculptors alike.

Claywork specializes in ceramic sculpture and tile. My pieces are slab-built or sculpted out of white-earthenware clay. After being bisque fired, they are airbrushed and painted with underglazes, then glazed. This involves at least two more firings. The tile pieces and mirrors are sometimes assembled with wood, metal and grout.

2022年11月20日 · One of the most popular methods of shaping ceramics, aside from the pottery wheel, is hand-building. In this process, the artist begins with a ball of clay and uses their …