This class is for advanced students, with previous experience of ceramics and basic understanding of glazing. Some knowledge of glaze chemistry and dry materials is a plus!
You will be introduced to the bases of glaze chemistry and oxides - what dry materials contain them and their functions ( printed support materials provided.) You will test their melting points and access their functions within a recipe. In the first session we will complete a triaxial blend. In the second session you will examine the results and choose a few base recipes (around 3 recipes) and experiment with different additives and adjustments. As…