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In ceramics, wax resist is often applied to bisque ware in order to “resist” the application of glazes, slips or underglazes. Wax resist can be applied to the bottom of a pot to prevent glazes and ceramic pieces from sticking to the kiln shelf during firings.
9 lut 2024 · When looking at Liz Pechacek's work, one might think the decoration is made using the sgraffito technique. But Liz actually uses a combination of wax resist, slip inlay, and glazing techniques to created her multicolored striped decoration. In today's post, an excerpt from the Pottery Making Illustrated archive, Liz explains her process. I can ...
11 maj 2020 · Wax resists, wax emulsions, and actual melted wax itself are all used in pottery. The function of the wax resist is to keep liquids, such as raw liquid glazes, from adhering to the clay body of a pot. The most common use for wax resists is also the most practical.
5 lis 2023 · Wax resist is a versatile technique in pottery decoration that offers a wide range of creative possibilities. It can be used to create simple spots or stripes, as well as intricate and complex designs.
31 sty 2020 · Wax resist is a great tool for a ceramics studio. It takes some clean up, should be used only as needed, and my recommendation is to use a premium wax resist such as the Amaco green wax resist. To apply, try using chip brushes or other simple, cheap brushes.
19 lut 2024 · Cuerda seca, which translates from Spanish to “dry cord,” is an ancient technique for creating line decoration on pottery using a mixture of wax resist and a colorant. It is a great way to add definition to drawings because the wax resist keeps the glaze from covering up the lines.
20 mar 2024 · Wax resist in pottery involves applying wax, like this one from Amaco, to certain areas of the ceramic surface to prevent glaze from adhering, resulting in contrasting areas of color or texture after firing. Wax is typically brushed onto the bisque-fired pottery before glazing.
