SIMON LEACH - Vase with a hole !!

[SteingrueblWE]

Ohmygoodness I attempted to make something like this on my own (with help from studio friends) months ago and felt like I was guessing, and not sure where to go from there. I particularly like this video because you demonstrate what to do when you've cut too close to the join. That is the part I really botched. I'm going to have to go back and try again!! Thank you for your wonderful videos. So generous of you to share!

[15commandments]

Is it normal for clay to form a "sandy" feel when throwing them? The clay that my school uses (stoneware) gets a really nasty sandy feel when throwing that bugs me and I was wondering if that was normal or not.

[marvelfanboy22]

@15commandments yeah my school uses similar clay with a lot of small rocks. When I use recycled clay from the pug mill it has a lot more than when I use stuff straight from the bag.

[Potzypot]

Breathtaking! I love it !!!

You are such an inspiration !

And SO nice of you to show us HOW TO make it.

By the way - Can you show us in more detail what size and shape your favorite stick is ? I assume I can make one myself out of wood ? - or ?

[CIPL1977]

simon abla en español porfavor amigo ....

[jdmpottery]

simon are you wareing a studed belt. ^_^

[applejosh77]

I was looking to do something like this, that is so cool, thanks so much! :) I'll try it soon

[ClarRein]

Thanks Simon! I've been thinking about forms like this recently and I was so excited to see you post a video about it! I'll try it soon!

[tinkerfeet]

OMG that was great. I can't wait to put my own spin on it. You are always good to get someone thinking of different ways of doing things. I was burned out of throwing but you got my mojo going again. THANKS

[Wiskers56]

Does it matter which direction you knead the clay?

[6jslade]

Very nice! From my failures it seems you need even thickness -top to bottom, must bring your fingers in at about 45 deg to the belly...and a lot of "practice".

[mudpuppy61]

Very neat! There's a potter named Robert Briggs here who does 'Pilgrim's bottles' that are really similar, except he puts lugs for a shoulder strap on them - canteen style. Can't put links here, but search for 'pottery pod pilgrim's bottle' for his video

[asep51]

Not a bad idea at all. You can chose where you put the hole. This became very pleasant because of the almost triangle shape when you see it from the side. Broad at the base and thinner on top. Like it a lot. Thanks

[MamereClaire]

Thank you for sharing, the hole could be moved to one side to form somewhat of a handle and a lip added to have a jug.

Estoy Practicando,

Claire

[Alyzabeth01]

That is very cool. Thanks:) I might try this tonight.

[shelsel0115]

Simon, that is way cool. I can't wait to try that tomorrow night in class.

Sally

[claymoma]

Oh by the way, what the heck is growing behind your wheel? It looks like it's going to take over the studio!! LOL

Debbie

[StellaTIJ]

Looks like a fig tree to me.

[claymoma]

Hi Simon - Thank you, I really have wanted to know how that was done.

Thanks!!! Warm regards from Debbie in Florida

[LizaNaude]

Thanks for showing us another way of making/creating...what a treat watching you handling the clay...and that wedging maneuver...

put your left foot in

put your left foot out

put your left foot in

and shake it all about

do the spiral wedging

and turn the clay around

thats what its all about...!!

"Without a song or a dance what are we?" - ABBA

[mckennasit]

One of your best Idea's!!....you are very inspiring

thanks for all the video's.....keep going

[coppergill]

Would this be a good form for Raku ?,thanks for all the videos. best wishes ,Gill

[petitnuageparesseux]

Thank you Simon,

Your videos are very helpfull and this vase is really nice.

[DASRAY]

I like this very much!

It's so Asymmetrical compared to the ring jugs I do! Fun to see you streaching your inspirations!

[pensandcalls]

I like that a LOT, Simon. Can you true up the 'head' when you are done? Very nice.

[cafluffull]

very neat idea!

thanks

[MsHeatherBunny]

Very cool! : D

[longbeforedawn]

That's Wicked!!!

Very nice!

[credenza1]

Thanks Simon. Yes I do need to learn how to spiral kneed, and have no success at all...I'll kep practicing. (and clicking)

[ShastaKitten]

Wow! Nice belt Simon! That's hip lol

[tnorton314]

yes, i suppose there are a lot of things you can do with a "pot-head," aren't there?

[joealanouf]

ill have a go at that!

[nart4fun]

Simon, Thank You so much for the new great idea. I would throw a double wall and the made the vaes ...but this looks like a great way and easier way to get the same results. U r GREAT Thank U again!!! Pam In NC

[marcozepp]

Very nice shape, thanks Simon.. I like the way the rim and neck have deformed slightly too.

[kroraven]

Wow that's cool Simon, you make it look so easy;-) Hope I can do it too;-) I'll send you a photo or maybe I can get my video camera going.......... maybe? Thanks Karen

[judyyama]

Simon, That's delightful! Great Modern Look. I am going out to wheel and try to make one. I think layered clay could enhance it even more. Looks like it must be thrown evenly and clay must be perfect

consistency. Thank You, Judy

[Montinomud]

Hey there Mr Leach, you're getting pretty good at this clay stuff huh! Great clip - nice piece - how do you intend to glaze/ fire it?