Struggling With Tall Pots? How to Throw Tall Forms With Cylinder Stacking Part 1

💥 Level up your pottery game: Join the MW Mud Club for direct Q&A, curated learning paths, and exclusive perks:    / @mwceramics   Recommended Products Red Plastic Calipers - https://amzn.to/4qJyyqn Metal Calipers - https://amzn.to/3J9nrqs Kemper Wooden Rib RB4 - https://amzn.to/4qjvt0j Wooden Rib - https://amzn.to/4q9jXDA Amaco Plasti-Bat - https://amzn.to/4qk8ySH Note: The links above are affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission if you make a purchase at no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting the studio! 👉 Coming Next: Part 2 will cover beveled rims and interlocking joins for even more structural strength and complex shaping. Stop fighting gravity! If you struggle to pull tall walls in one go, cylinder stacking is the "cheat code" for massive ceramic forms. In Part 1 of this series, we master the Flat-Rim Technique—perfect for tall vases and architectural pieces. 🏺 What You’ll Learn Today: We’re breaking down the foundational mechanics of stacking multiple cylinders to gain height without losing control. -Clay Weights: How to calculate what you need for each section. -Precision Prep: Using calipers to ensure a perfect diameter match. -The Flip: The secret to attaching cylinders cleanly and securely. -Seamless Blending: How to make that joint disappear inside and out. Whether you're a hobbyist or looking to go "pro-sized," this technique is a game-changer for your studio practice. QUESTION: What’s the tallest piece you’ve thrown so far? Let me know in the comments! ▬ Contents of this video ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 0:00 Stacking Sections Series Introduction 1:24 Essential Tools for Stacking Cylinders 2:47 Choosing Clay Weights for Stacked Pottery 3:24 Throwing the Base Cylinder 10:28 Throwing the Top Cylinder 17:33 Prepping Cylinders for Attachment 18:36 Scratch, Score & Add Water 20:14 Flipping & Attaching the Cylinder 22:22 Blending the Outside & Inside Seams 25:36 Thinning and Adjusting Rim 28:07 Finished Tall Cylinder Results 28:46 Next Steps: More Cylinder Stacking Variations B and C 29:06 Join the Mud Club (Channel Support) #pottery #wheelthrowing #ceramics #potterywheel #cylinderstacking #potterylife #potterytutorial #ceramicartist #throwingpottery #howtothrowpottery #potterytechniques #tallpottery #ceramicstudio #studiopottery #functionalceramics #potteryeducation #learnpottery #ceramicprocess