Complex Curves? Easy — If You Build Like This (Novice to Master – Level 5)
#pottery #tutorial #ceramic Learn how to make a rectangular bonsai pot with rounded inset corners using clay slabs. This pottery tutorial demonstrates essential slab-building techniques, including cutting, assembling, and refining the clay. The process includes precise slab preparation, slip joining, and detailed finishing to achieve clean edges and a professional look. Ideal for ceramic artists, bonsai enthusiasts, and potters interested in hand-building techniques. Clay: White stoneware with grog Firing: Cone 8 Tools: Cutting templates, silicon ribs, scoring rib, potter knife, slip. 🧱 Ready for the next step? Subscribe and follow the full journey from Novice to Master : • Pottery & Glazing Beginners tutorials –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– • WANT TO SUPPORT MY WORK? •• If you want to help me tame more clay and make more videos: Patreon – low fees, great vibes (8% cut): 👉 https://bit.ly/3G9yOtf YouTube Membership – convenient, but they take a big slice (45%!): 👉 https://bit.ly/46p3fpX One-off tip? A coffee is always appreciated: ☕ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/GregCera... •• SHOP & TOOLS •• Pottery & creations: https://www.greg-ceramics.com/ Pot templates (digital): https://gregceramics.gumroad.com/ My homemade tools: https://www.greg-ceramics.com/?page=tool Beginner tool recommendations: https://amzn.to/3V76ZZ2 (Affiliate link) •• OTHERS VIDEOS •• Playlist Novice to Master : • Novice to Master –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 00:00 – Project Overview & Level 5 Challenge 01:03 – Making & Using Cardboard Templates 02:40 – Choosing Clay Type, Thickness & Flexibility 04:54 – Cutting Angles & Preparing the Slabs 06:55 – Slip & Assembly Tips for Clean Joints 07:33 – Shaping Curves with PVC Pipes 08:37 – Building the Double Curved Form 13:01 – Trimming the Rim & Optional Inner Lip 14:49 – Finishing the Surface (Why It Matters) 16:39 – Adding Feet & Final Details #handbuilding #clayslabs #bonsaipot #ceramicart #slabbuilt #potterytutorial #novicetomaster #diyceramics
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