Creating Ceramics with the Slab Technique
A course by Jeremy Bellina , Potter
Craft unique and organic forms using a simple pottery method: the slab technique.
Craft unique and organic forms using a simple pottery method: the slab technique.
Sometimes the most beautiful creations are made simple. That’s why potter Jeremy Bellina stands by the slab technique. The method is more about getting in touch with the clay’s behavior, rather than prior experience. Before getting into pottery, Jeremy had a regular 9 to 5 job that he grew tired of. Pottery started as a pastime and eventually became his full-time job. He shares with you his journey from hobbyist to professional and how you can use your intuition to create something truly unique.
In this online course, Jeremy takes you through the basic understanding of clay behavior and the slab technique. It allows you to develop a variety of shapes without a lot of experience or expensive equipment. Jeremy, and your clay, will guide you through it.
What will you learn in this online course?
21 lessons & 14 downloads
- 96% positive reviews (54)
- 3,482 students
- 21 lessons (3h 55m)
- 14 additional resources (1 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, Spanish
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Create a handmade wavy hollow vase.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone interested in pottery and ceramics.
Requirements and materials
A clay roller, knives, sponges, and a rubber kidney.
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A course by Jeremy Bellina
Jeremy Bellina is a French Potter based in Berlin. Before investing himself full-time in ceramics, he had a 9 to 5 job that he grew tired of. Pottery helped him get in touch with his creative instincts and find fulfillment in his career. He has designed a range of ceramic items for brands such as Plant Circle, Up and Coming, Cafe 21 Gramm and Lode, and Stijn. His artwork has also been exhibited at Vessels Berlin and Sculptural Connections.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Inspirations
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U2
The Tools and Clay
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Introduction to the Tools and Materials
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Understanding How Clay Behaves
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Making Your Own Slip
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U3
Initial Project: The Wavy Bowl
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Rolling the Clay into Slabs
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Assembling the Mold and Creating the Walls
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Connecting the Walls
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Flooring, Cleaning, and Detailing
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U4
Advanced Project: The Hollow Vase
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Sketching the Silhouette
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Rolling the Slab
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Laying the Walls
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Connecting and Gluing the Walls to the Faces 1
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Connecting and Gluing the Walls to the Faces 2
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Cutting and Inserting the Inner Hole 1
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Cutting and Inserting the Inner Hole 2
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The Finishing Touches 1
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The Finishing Touches 2
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U5
Post-production
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Recycling the Leftover Clay
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Preparing the Glaze
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Pouring the Glaze
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FP
Final project
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Creating Ceramics with the Slab Technique
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I’m so satisfied for taking this couse. Jeremy is a very experienced teacher you can easily understand
amyhou77
I really enjoyed this course and instructor. Jeremy is very clear in his instructions, providing techniques ,explanations and alternatives for all levels.
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So far this class has been great and informative for a beginner. I have gathered most of the materials needed and can't wait to try this slab technique.
dgfko
I loved this class! I am an experienced potter and still learned several new techniques, at least a different way to get to the same result. I love the vase that I made and plan to make more using his instructions for making the inner hole. I especially liked Jeremy's calm and understanding manner, and that he suggested an alternative lesson for those that may not be ready to compete the final lesson.