Mastering White Slip Techniques at Black Hound Clay Studio in Philadelphia
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels since the activity is seated and indoor, focusing on hand skills and creativity.
Overview
Dive into the art of ceramics with an exclusive members-only workshop at Black Hound Clay Studio in Philadelphia. Learn essential white slip techniques that bring your pottery to life with refined decorative styles.
Members Slip Demo (Current BHCS Members Only)
Members Glaze Information Refresher!
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About This Adventure
Dive into the art of ceramics with our hands-on workshop, where you'll master the use of white slip through various techniques like brushing, dipping, slip trailing, and sgraffito. Unleash your creativity as you learn to carve and finish your pieces, transforming them into stunning works of art.
Members will learn how to utilize white slip provided by the studio. We will cover methods of brushing and dipping slip, slip trailing, sgraffito and carving techniques Leanring outcomes ● Apply slip ● Decorative techniques:slip trail, sgrafitto, carving ● Finishing techniques: addressing burrs from carving, safely sanding at leather hard phase ● Using underglaze to paint on top of slip
Adventure Tips
Bring your own leather hard greenware
While practice slabs are provided, bringing your own greenware allows you to personalize your work and apply new techniques directly to your own pieces.
Practice gentle sanding
Carefully sand leather hard clay to remove burrs without weakening your piece, ensuring a smooth, professional finish.
Reserve your spot early
This is a members-only session with limited capacity, so booking early ensures you won’t miss out on this focused workshop.
Use underglaze to enhance slip
Experiment with painting underglaze on top of white slip for vibrant, layered ceramic decorations.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Pigeons commonly seen around outdoor studio areas in Philadelphia.
- Occasional sightings of Eastern Gray Squirrels in nearby park spaces.
History
Philadelphia’s vibrant arts scene dates back to its founding era, with modern ceramic studios continuing this legacy of craftsmanship and artistry.
Conservation
Black Hound Clay Studio practices sustainable clay reclamation, reusing leather hard slabs to reduce material waste and promote eco-friendly crafting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Apron
Protects your clothing from slip and clay while allowing you to work comfortably indoors.
Small hand towel
Useful for wiping hands and tools during slip application to maintain precision.
Personal leather hard greenware
Bring your own greenware to practice custom techniques on your own unfinished pottery.
Soft brushes
Necessary for slip trailing and brushing to achieve fine decorative effects.