Oxford Clay Podcast

Episode 8: Four Special Things Cultivated by Pottery

Pottery cultivates patience, persistence, resilience and learning to accept imperfection.

In this episode we explore how by practicing pottery you can also cultivate these four special characteristics.

What exactly is a pottery practice that is ‘eco-conscious’?

In this episode, we explore the different ways in which eco-conscious principles can be applied to handmade pottery. From materials to tools and pottery-making practices, we highlight the areas in which eco-conscious choices can be made when making pottery.

Find out how to make a pottery glaze from plants.

Did you know that the minerals in plant ashes melt into a pottery glaze when heated to very high temperatures?! In this episode, we explore plant ash glazing and how plants can be used to make pottery glazes.

Learn five simple things Potters can do to save energy.

Pottery uses energy to make, from electricity to power the wheel, lighting and heating for the space, and of course for firing work in the kiln. In this episode we talk about five easy ways for potters to save energy.