it is a technique called throwing off the hump. Having a large "hump" of clay cuts down on start over time if you were to throw directly on the wheelhead. hope that answers your question.
WOW - what a treat for me. The perfect english gentleman - they dont make them like that anymore. I would love to see him throwing/making a jug. His jugs are truly beautiful.
I just found this tonight- my sister in law sent it to me. My Mother was a Cardew!~ Michael Cardew truly shares such a strong family resemblance- that I really think I may...be related! I only wish I could find out for sure...
Compare "Fast Bowls Pottery Wheel Throwing Demonstration".
Marshall1946 10 months ago
completely charming and inspiring ;0
cleanasmud 1 year ago
I like pottery because it's an example of an art form that enhances civilization both directly and indirectly.
AspiringPotato 1 year ago
he is absolutely charming!
Lisanab 1 year ago
it is a technique called throwing off the hump. Having a large "hump" of clay cuts down on start over time if you were to throw directly on the wheelhead. hope that answers your question.
jcakajesuschrist 2 years ago 2
why does he keep a bunch of clay at the bottom? could someone please let me know? I've never seen anyone do it like that before.
xxsolidshrimpxx 3 years ago
@xxsolidshrimpxx it is a technique for smaller pots.
armandoke 1 year ago
I like to see that clay changes into it's shape.
It looks wonderful to see and beautiful how the designer of clay shapes it.
YllowRingEyes 3 years ago
WOW - what a treat for me. The perfect english gentleman - they dont make them like that anymore. I would love to see him throwing/making a jug. His jugs are truly beautiful.
guytaplin 3 years ago
Thanks so much for sharing this! The man has many interesting insights and techniques to share. Favourited!
Marihani 4 years ago
that was a treat to watch.
big thanks~
redpots 4 years ago
I just went to a lecture on Michael Cardew, given by his Grandson, very interesting...
jamesandgeorgia 4 years ago
a national treasure in action - wonderful to watch
joshuakensmith 4 years ago
Oh my goodness! This is a WONDERFUL VIDEO!
I just found this tonight- my sister in law sent it to me. My Mother was a Cardew!~ Michael Cardew truly shares such a strong family resemblance- that I really think I may...be related! I only wish I could find out for sure...
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idolatrieartist 4 years ago
Thanks for posting. Cardew is my hero. A real clayer na!
RoadEasyGentleman 4 years ago
Wonderful! Thanks for posting!
EpiCai 5 years ago
Yep, slurry is the ticket, ah!
GindaUP 5 years ago
Awesome. Thanks for this too. Any more you have, I'd love to see them. Nice to hear him speak as well.
ClayThrower 5 years ago