Christy Pines on wed 12 nov 03
General for Glaze tests))
I thought this might be the case, and then thought that with the discussion on waxing raku, perhaps that would be the way to go with my colored clay creations. I'd have to be sure they were non-functional looking (not plates or bowls) but they'd probably have the sheen I'm interested in. Just not the *sealed* quality of having been glazed. Thanks!!
christy in connecticut, one year into being a potter and getting ready for my first commercial venture - local *fine arts council* holiday sale. Yikes! The thought of it is almost overwhelming. Everyone tells me my stuff is great, ready for sale, but what an amazing concept it is.
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From: Janet Kaiser
Sent: Nov 12, 2003 1:37 PM
To: cpines@ix.netcom.com, Ceramic Art Discussion List
Subject: Re: What is a fat glaze? (was General for Glaze tests)
Hi Christy!
Not to my knowledge. The reason being that "fat" is opaque by its
very definition. That means it will not be translucent and clear,
but "milky". It is rather like the difference between
water-colour and poster paint. The former will allow the ground
to show through and the other will not.
If someone developed a clear, non-glossy yet non-matt glaze they
would be a hero/heroine for many potters around the world...
Those like Cat Jarosz who would really, really like and totally
prefer their work to retain the look and feel of raw, unfired
clay.
Sorry!
Sincerely
Janet Kaiser --
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