HOW TO DO POTTERY AT HOME // Set up a home pottery studio safely and cleanly
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- čas přidán 24. 06. 2024
- Sharing how I set up my pottery studio in my dinning room without making a mess and causing safety concerns for the rest of the house.
Also the equipment and things I use, as well as some basic essential that everyone should get if they are looking into doing pottery at home.
Intro - 0:00
Equipment - 1:44
Tools - 6:33
Studio Gear - 8:21
Studio Maintenance - 13:06
// Get in touch //
Pottery for sale: www.dearali.com.au
Instagram: / dear.ali.ceramics
Pintrest: www.pinterest.com.aau/dearali...
Email: hello@dearali.com.au
// Pottery Equipment //
Shimpo VL-Whisper Wheel: amzn.to/35u313i
Gibraltar 5608 drummer stool: amzn.to/31BmH46
Philips Air Purifier Series 1000: amzn.to/3jjDE9q
// Video Equipment //
Sony a6500: amzn.to/2HqblJw
Sony 10-18mm F4: amzn.to/3km0miA
Aputure 300D II: amzn.to/3kmH0db
Aputure 120D II: amzn.to/3ohlk4v
Atomos Ninja V: amzn.to/2HoSiz6
There are so many things to think about when setting up a pottery space, especially at home. If the are any questions make sure to comment and I will answer it as best as I can!
Thank you for your insight into what is needed for a small home studio. I am doing the same for exactly the same reasons as you. Excellent tips on keeping the place clean as my studio will also be in my house and I do not like a mess or dust. Your pots a beautiful given your experience. I have about the same experience but far less skill.
Thanks for the kind words! Having a home studio allowed me to progress much faster, so once you have your studio set up I am sure you will improve rapidly! Good luck!
Hi! I don't know too much about home pottery. I was just wondering how you make it without having a kiln?
@@mridul7639 There are community studios and potters around that offer firing services, often calculated by weight or volume.
@@twelve.80 Oh cool! :)
Hi! I bought a Shimpo aspire and was throwing in my bath tub when I lived in a tiny studio. I set it up on one of those plastic bath seats. I was using many buckets for cleaning and I also have a small Evenheat v8 kiln so that I could use the regular 110V outlet to fire to cone 6. I set this on top of a metal cart so that I can wheel it to the bathroom outlet. I could only glaze fire 2 pieces at a time, but I was able to bisque fire up to 10 small pieces at a time.
I've recently moved into a 2 bed room apartment so I can dedicate one bedroom to my hobbies, including pottery. I purposely asked the landlord to get rid of the oven so that I can eventually use the 220 outlet for a bigger kiln. I bought The Cink ( filtration portable sink system on wheels) for the room and look forward to using it. Like you said, these are not idea studios, but when you have a passion, you find a way.
Now that is dedication! Also such a genius idea. I never even thought about throwing in the bathtub.
I quickly looked up The Cink and it looks like a great system, might look into it in the future.
Enjoy the new space, sounds like it will be a massive upgrade!
@@twelve.80 I am waiting to have a good overhead light installed so that I can finally use my wheel again since moving into this bigger apartment. Due to the lockdown, I couldn't get it installed, but soon. I will let you know how I like using my Cink. I have it all set up and ready... can't wait!
Love this!
THANK YOU!! I’m also very clean; you answered all my questions from my type of perspective. Can’t wait!!
I'm starting my own pottery studio too! This video really helps a lot! Thank you so much! 🌹🌹
Been really loving these videos! They have been so helpful and informative, I can't imagine how much time would go into making them so thank you :)
Hit it with the heat gun or torch prior to pulling the pot off. Works like a charm.
Very useful and helpful tips. Loved the pace of the narration , clear , precise even and no nonsense.Thku
Thank you SO much for this video! It was so incredibly helpful, I’m going to write down all your tips. You’re a legend!
Thanks for letting me know! Feedback like yours keeps me motivated in making more!
Great video, I've recently got into pottery because of lockdown and was worried about space, thank you for this!!
Very nice video, calm and peaceful voice, very clear and helpful explanations. Thanks!
Good luck in your new and pretty studio at home 😊
Excellent tutorial. Very informative and organized.
so clear and concise, tysm ❤️
Great video- very helpful! Thank you!
love how you section your videos. keep creating!!
Thank you!
Thank you so much for all the great ideas. Love it. I will now look into a kiln I can use and pay for until I purchase my own.
Love the three tank water filter system! I need to look into that.
This was so helpful! Thank you for posting. ❤️
Glad I could help!
Thanks for doing this video! Just goes to show, when there's a will, there's a way!
This was so so helpful, thank you!
You are very welcomed! Happy to help.
Very informative .. simple and precise .. thank you
Thank you!
Fantastic video! Thank you so much!
I'm so glad to have found your account. This video is especially helpful as I try to set up in my home, likely in my dining room. Being new to pottery, I'm beyond thrilled you're showing us this can be done anywhere. I'm a plant lady so seeing your plants in the background make me happy. I'd love to see content on glazing--the type you use, whether you make it or buy it and any tools involved. Thank you for sharing this fun journey with us! Be well.
Thank you! I am mixing my own glaze and still working on recipes, but I think a video on the tools and steps would be a good follow up to this home studio video. Will definitely film it when I mix a batch.
This is a great, informative video. Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge :)
Glad you enjoyed it!
amazing. Very on point and accurate on the basics needed to start. I loved everything from the tone of your voice until the very content --of course. THANK YOU! 😊
I love my Shimpo xl too. Great wheel.
I subscribed just to continue seeing your progress from a beginner potter to a master 👍🏼 God bless, may your journey bring you joy and many blessings 🙂
Thank you so much!
You can also get smaller kilns for like $1000. You can only fire a few pieces at a time, but they are great for starting off
Thanks for making this. It was super helpful. I’ve been taking classes at a pottery studio, but I’m always thinking about my next steps if I want to take things more seriously
I think pottery is one of those hobbies that you can make some money on the side without taking away the fun, even if its just to fund the hobby itself.
Thank you for many good information.
i would totally recommend looking second hand for a big, nicer shelf for cheap!
I'm actually setting up a studio a few months from now. Thank you so much for this video. It helps alot more than people ranting and debating on a FB group over who is wrong or more right about something. I may send you a message over IG soon. once again thank you for this!
Glad you found it helpful! Good luck with the studio.
I'm brand new to pottery and I've been wanting to set up in my small home too. This video was great! Thank you. I really like your calm and friendly approach to sharing what you've learnt.
Thank you so much for the kind words, and welcome to pottery!
great video ty!
I'm starting classes next-week near my home, I have two rooms unused for now and plan to set up a studio at home for the same reason you explained. Glad I found this video and thank you for making it, extremely informative!
Thank you! Glad the video was helpful for you. Good luck with the classes!
this is so so sooo helpful! :)) thank you
Thank you very helpful
All was so helpful! Thank you!
Very good video, thanks. I have a question about a so-called ‘plug in’ single phase kiln. Is it safe to put one in my house (with adequate ventilation) and is it safe to use a a short (5m) extension lead with it?
Just what I was looking for. I have space in my house for this and I’ve been wanting to do pottery for yearssss.
Just searched for the wheel model & wasn’t expecting it to be over $1k
Excellent video, grettings from Argentina!
Thank you!
I love all this information . I am really interested in pottery and you answered a lot of my questions lol
That's great to know! Have you done any classes?
Thank you for the helpful video! Take care and enjoy the clay :)
Very helpful. Thanks. 😊
So glad!
Thank you for making this video! Do you mind sharing some of the tutorials you used to create the clay trap? In my own research, I can only find the 3 bucket system. I like what I can see of your system because it looks like less lifting and more reliance on gravity. Thanks!
Inspirational. Hoping to set up my own studio once I buy a house. Still missing the awesome studio tools I had in college after about 10 years ;.;
I Highly recommend it!
Very nice video, thank you so much! I was wondering how you reuse your trimmings?
I’m moving into a new house in a couple months, and planning to set up a home studio. This was so helpful - thank you!! Do you have any more suggestions about the sink trap? Maybe an in-depth video on how you made it?
I am planning to make a new clay trap, but this is the website I used as my reference, should give you a pretty good idea on what you need. stephaniehammill.com/home-made-sink-clay-trap/
would love more info on how you built your clay trap! can't seem to find any resources online with instructions on a similar system.
Love this! Can you please list all of the small tools, as you did the equipment for purchase? Thanks :)
loved ..
Great infos bro.. Regards.
Thanks!1
Such a great video - I was wondering if you had any tips on installing the bat system onto the shrimpo? I’ve got the RK-55 and scared of ruining it! Also, how long does the drywall repair board last for your wedging?
I can’t wait till I can build my own pottery studio! For now I can only use the local studio where I’m learning. I don’t plan to have my own studio until I’m comfortable with the whole process on my own and I get a house. I live in an apartment that’s all carpet so I don’t have much options besides a local studio any way
Carpet would make it a whole lot more difficult! I have heard people with smaller wheels throw in their bathtub haha.
Hi! How did you make your amazing bats and the clay trap bins? I like the way yours look efficient and easy to make.
Thank you!! I've been wanting to get into making ceramics for a long time. I am looking at mostly handbuilding right now so learning from some youtube videos. >< I will be getting Clayworks C6W to start and the glazes that go with C6W firing. Just need to look at kiln education and rental around my area. Due to covid, the one at the council is not accessible!
I have used the speckled version of the C6W and its great to work with, but I am firing in high fire so I had to switch to a high fire clay instead.
Make sure you are firing at mid fire or else things will slump or warp.
@@twelve.80 Ah ok, I was looking at white. Still unsure of the speckled but would be good to experiment! Thank you! :)
Such a thoughtful renter! Sub just based on your morals!🙌🏻
hey! just found your channel and i really enjoy your videos! just wondering if you ever thought about single firing?
Thanks! It’s not something I have ever tried, but when I get my own kiln I might look more into it.
Hi this was so informative can you please talk about types of clays paint and glaze types (and brands that you recommend for each please ) i want to learn and build my own home studio so that would really help a lot thank you so much
Definitely something I want to talk about in the future, although pottery is one of those things where your material is limited by your location as shipping heavy clay around is expensive, clay and material used in pottery are often mined in the local area or near by. What I have access to in Australia would be different to the US for example.
Although I mix glaze from scratch so I could go into more detail in that area as the base material are similar enough the recipes would be useable anywhere.
May I ask what camera you were using in this video? I really like the simplistic visual of it. Also you are heavensent when it comes to starting off with pottery, thank you!
Thanks! I am using a Sony a6500 for the main shot and canon 5d mark 4 for the close up. I am also a photographer and do a bit of video so I have quite a bit of gear.
Nice intro! How much was the spinning wheel? Did you order at the manufacturer and did they deliver it? One idea for a video series: Pick a pottery piece you like (e.g. from a museum, auction or simply tumblr) and try to reproduce it! Would be fun to watch for sure 🙂 Maybe you also get referrals from the other artists to grow your channel!
Thank you for the kind words! And that is such a great idea! I will definitely do that, can easily be a whole series too as there are just so many beautiful work out there.
Re wheel, I bought mine straight at my local pottery supply store, just went in and picked it up, its about 40kg so took a bit of effort haha Mine is a Shimpo VL Whisper, I just had a quick search and looks like it can be bought for $1250 USD which is a lot cheaper than what I paid but I am in Australia.
I finally learned how to pull pots off the wheel without wrecking them.
Where did you get the bat with the pop outs? I didn't see it on the description. TIA❤
This is a really good video! I appreciate this clear breakdown as I am starting the process of creating my own home studio. Just wondering, where did you source those plaster bats?? I’ve looked everywhere online and all pottery stores near me only have Masonite/ply bats (Brisbane, Aus). Is there a specific brand/ template/name for that style of bat with the smaller one inside? I’m just not too interested in cutting my own lol 😂. Thanks!!
Thank you! The bat I use is called EasyBat, I bought it from Northcote pottery in Melbourne. I think it is made of masonite, also I modified it slightly as the original version was too bulky for my taste.
dear Ali Ceramics oh awesome! Thanks I appreciate it a lot!
Can you please do a video about your home clay sink trap?
I will look into it when I get a chance to make another. I have since decommissioned my home clay trap as I moved my studio out to 1280.
Really helpful video! What are you doing with all the clay collected in the baskets you have by the sink?Do you recycle the clay? Thank you !!
I don’t tend to recycle the clay on the trap as there are lots of other bits like hair and dust in it from cleaning. And there also isn’t a whole lot of clay there, so I clear it out when it gets filled and throw it away.
Hi love your work. I've just read through the comments and I was wondering what size easybat you bought from Northcote Pottery? Could you post the link please? Many thanks
So I bought the easy bat starter set and a bunch of the smallest inserts. Although I don't use the full set as it's too bulky. I will do a video soon explaining my set up since a lot of people ask about them.
Great video, thanks! I ha e a very small space at home and want to have a tidy pottery place. What is that you use on your work table that can be removed an also absorbs moist? Thanks!!
Thanks! It is a dry wall or plaster board repair panel. Here is the link to the ones I get in Australia, I am sure you can find something similar if not the same at your local hardware warehouses.
www.bunnings.com.au/gyprock-530-x-530-x-10mm-mini-plaster-repair-panel_p0730734
Thanks for the video! What is that bat system called?
It's called easybat and its made in Australia.
Hello and thank you so much for this useful video. Could you share a link in regards to clay trap? I am setting up my home studio and I could use some more guidance on that. Thank you again and good luck! :)
Absolutely, I have been meaning to change the one I have so there is a tap at the end. Here is a design I have found that would be suitable for any location with or without a sink.
www.emmapuddickpottery.com/newsandmusings/making-a-clay-trap
@@twelve.80 Amazing thank you for taking the time! :)
Thank u for this video. I want to start pottery but I don’t think I can afford a kiln right now. do I absolutely need one?
I don't have a kiln myself, instead I take it to a pottery supply shop that has a firing service. If you have a look around you area you might be able to find something similar, that way you can do your creating at home and fire it else where.
Thanks for this! I have shared on Facebook group Pottery Tools and Equipment. One thing I wonder about is why you don't keep the sediment from your water buckets and pour it over your reclaim. Those fine particles are important to put back in your clay. Shame to waste them.
That's a great idea, next time I will try pouring out most of the water and put the sediment into my reclaim bucket instead.
Thanks a lot for you video Ali! Really helpful, going to find a way to build the three bucket thing🧐 one question here: I usually spray water/cleanser in the air before I mop the floor, would that be a problem at all in terms of getting the dust flies around the room? Thanks!
And also I found studios charge around £80 for a 70cm*70cm rather by weight near where I live in London, which put me off 😭 and the class I joined only fire things that I made during the classes...
@@jl9386 The clay trap is pretty easy to build, the hardest part is drilling a hole in the containers. Spraying water would more likely help than cause problem as any moisture would help trap the dust.
That seems pricy but from the sound of it that might be the price for hiring a small kiln instead of a big communal firing. Maybe ask your teachers if they know any where that might be more suitable. Alternatively maybe check any local pottery social groups where other potters might be happy to rent out some kiln space or they might know studios that does communal firing.
Thanks for this video! I've been drawn to ceramics for a while now and I just wanted ask you about what the learning curve is like? It looks so effortless and easy but I doubt that's the case lol.
It's not something you can pick up overnight, but also I don't think it takes that long to get to a point where you can make things that you can use at home.
My suggestion for people who are interested to start is always to check out your local studio or schools for classes, a beginner throwing class that runs for 6-8 weeks will be a great starting point, and you should be able to make things for yourself by the end of it. And if you fall in love you can continue the class and maybe think about getting your own setup.
There's always hand building, which you can do at home watching CZcams videos, and doesn't require a wheel. Lots of good teaching on CZcams, which is really helpful during this pandemic thingy while so many studios are closed.
@@catherineyoung3889 That is so true, I always recommend hand-building to people who are curious and can't go to throwing classes. Great way to get a feel for clay.
I know this video is old but I figured it wouldn't hurt to ask- What ultimately made you decide to take the plunge and start your own studio in the first place? I'm getting into it and love it, but the cost of everything is intimidating.
Hey there! Do you think it's practical to jump head first into setting up a home pottery studio without any actual hands-on experience with clay making beforehand? (Can't really attend classes from where i'm from right now given the pandemic etc) Or would you recommend baby steps like trying pinch pot before committing to a space? Thank you for the well thought-out video btw :)
Definitely recommend trying some hand building first, home studio is a big commitment and I have had people who always wanted to do pottery but once they started realise they hated it.
where can i get a wheel like that?
Where do you get the bats from? I love the one you use with many small inserts but I can’t find that specific one
If you are in Australia we are actually developing our own bat system with 200mm and 150mm inserts.
is there a tutorial on how you made that trap for your sink?
I have been meaning to make a video on it, but here is a design I will be using for my next one.
www.emmapuddickpottery.com/newsandmusings/making-a-clay-trap
Great vid!! 👍🏼 Where can I get the bat insert system you showed? Does it get wobbly after a long use? Does it get messy with clay getting stuck in insert holes? Thanks!!
Thanks! It’s called easy bat and most likely you can only get in Australia. I use a bat mate underneath and never have issue with wobble. Clay goes in the whole a little but mostly wet slip, and never bad enough that it requires cleaning during a throwing session and it tends to come out with the small bat insert when taking out a finished piece.
I have been thinking about manufacturing my own to sell, love to know what you look for in a bat system.
@@twelve.80 oh man, that would be amazing!! (Makes it’s world wide pleaseeeee I’m from the US) I’ve never seen that shape before and wondered where I could get my hands on. Bummer it’s only in Australia, but just gota look forward to your launch!
Good news: It’s available to ship to the states..!! 🎉
That’s good to know, it’s a bit heavy so hopefully shipping isn’t too costly. Also I have just launched my shop a few days ago! You can check it out on www.dearali.com.au
Wow thank you for this, thank you for explaining about the clay trap. BTW, when you wash the apron/clothes with clay residue, do you just put it in the washing machine? Or handwash then pass the water to the clay trap?
I have a towel with bits of dried up clay, but I'm not sure if it's okay to put in the washing machine. So I tried to hand-wash it but it's hard to remove the clay bits, so I just threw it. :(
It depends on how much clay is on it, if there is a lot then you can soak it in a bucket to get most of the dried chunks out then put it in the washing machine.
@@twelve.80 Thank you for the tip!
Thanks for the video!. I was curious about the pottery shop tools and setting you use. I checked an online pottery shop and they sell very large respirators and masks. I am interested in learning pottery but I got worried about working with fine particulates on air, you know for long term lung health. Do the porcelain clay that you use are mixed already? You don't need to mix a fine powder to produce the clay? you mention using an air purifier for the dusty environment of workshop. Do handling clay doesn't produce too much fine dust that a respirator mask needed? Again I like the pottery pieces that you produce, they look very clean and professional that I want to learn this stuff!
Thank you! Dust is always a on going concern for pottery so it's good that you are being conscious about it. With clay in general you would buy it mixed with just the right amount of moisture that you can use it right away. As long as there is moisture you don't beed a respirator, but that's why you should clean up with a wet sponge or mop so that the water traps all the dust instead of releasing into the air.
The reason pottery shop sells respirators is when you are dealing with dry ingredients, such as mixing glazes. When you are handling powder form of anything you should wear a respirator as even just tipping a cup into another cup would cause dust to fly out into the air, and that's why a air purifier would also help as fine particles linger in the air for a long time.
But if you are just starting out and only using commercial glaze which would already be mixed with water, you don't have to worry as much about respirators. Just make sure you clean up any wet clay before it dries completely.
@Davo Rebo You can definitely throw pots outside, but I wouldn't recommend leaving your wheel and equipment exposed to the element, even under cover.
But in terms of mixing dry ingredients for glaze, you can definitely do it outside for extra safety, but still wear a respirator. Also maybe not on a super windy day where contaminate could fly into your mix.
@Davo Rebo I think that would be a good idea, if I have a garage I would set up in there too, just makes cleaning up easier and not have to worry as much.
Where did you get the flat edge trimming tool from? I have been looking for one. Thank!! :)
Mines are from bison tools they are tungsten ones that are sharp, hard but brittle so have to be careful not to drop them.
@@twelve.80 Thanks! Will check them out.
thanks for sharing this! could you share the design for the 3 bucket system you use for cleaning up?
Absolutely, I used the design from link below, mine is slightly different just because of the size of my containers and my clay trap is a stand alone unit instead of being connected to the sink/pipes.
It should be pretty straight forwad if you follow the website. The only main thing to make sure is each bucket should have a lower drainage than the previous so it flows in the right order.
stephaniehammill.com/home-made-sink-clay-trap/
Do you think it is possible to have an at-home studio without a dedicated room to it? Like having a table, wheel and shelf that can be rolled into storage when not in use, or tucked away? If so, any advice would be appreciated!
Yeah absolutely, just make sure you give the area a good clean with a wet sponge and mop after each session than there shouldn't be an issue.
Hello! I am starting an at home studio, and I was wondering how you made your clay trap?
I can't find the original page I found the design on, and it was kind of tweaked as I made it, but here is a tutorial for a similar design that I would use if I was making another one.
www.emmapuddickpottery.com/newsandmusings/making-a-clay-trap
Would you consider doing a video about it ?
What brand of clay would you rec for beginners?
Clay is very location-dependent, so what I have access to here in Australia would be different from the rest of the world. But if you ask any pottery supply stores they will be able to recommend beginner-friendly clay. Just make sure you let them know if you are looking to throw or hand build, as they have different characteristics.
what are the hook and flat edge tools called and is there an online shop you rec to get them? thanks
The ones with the wooden handles? They are Bison studio's trimming tools. bisonstudios.com/
@@twelve.80 8:09, 8:12 ~ i'll take a look thanks!
You can fire pottery on a barbecue too lol it requires a little bit of knowledge and patience because it can take up to 24 hours but it works amazing to me
That’s amazing, how hot can you get it in a barbecue?
@@twelve.80 I never measured it but its enough to completely bisque fire it, when I need hotter I blow the fire with a heat gun and it can get to a bright orange, probably 1100C°
I really want to do this. I didn't realize it could be done inside the house. What about the toxins in the clay? Are there clays that don't have aluminum or other toxic things in it? I am just learning. I used to throw in high school many years ago.
Alumina in clay isn't toxic, the problem with clay is prolonged exposure to silica dust, but with proper cleaning, ventilation, and the help of air purifiers the risk is greatly reduced.
Alumina dust is less harmful and considered to be nuisance dust, so you don't want to be breathing in a ton of it but compare to silica it is much less of a concern.
Hi! I want t set up a pottery studio at my garage with a kiln . Can you please guide me how to go about it. I am still in the beginner level. But since I also wanted to practice more on the wheel and experiment my own way , I got a wheel.
The kiln is a little bit trickier, and it's best to speak to an electrician to see what you can do in your space, the power you have access to will be the main restriction in what kiln you could get. 99% of the time you will need some sort of electrical work done as typical circuits won't have enough power, and will need a dedicated high amp dedicated circuit for the kiln.
For example, if you have a single-phase connection you will only be able to use a smaller kiln, what size will be determined by the amperage you could get.
Don't know where you are, but in some areas there are public studios where you can get your work fired until you can afford a kiln. It enables you to focus on learning how to throw pots first before learning all the chemistry and physics involved in firing and glazing, which is a substantial investment of time and trial and error, apart from the financial investment for the kiln and its installation. When you are ready, in some places you can buy a kiln second hand, but most of these are not going to be automatic kilns, but kiln sitters, which will be yet another learning curve. I speak from my own experience! As a renter, I don't own my home, so I had to get permission to install a kiln and pay the electrician to convert a dedicated spa circuit and add an outlet.
@@catherineyoung3889 Yeah I have been using firing services but the turnaround is just too slow to do any testing. So starting my own studio is the most logical step for me.
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Where are your bats from?/brand, I’d like to start using bats but want nice ones x
They are called easybats made in Australia. Although I don't think they are sold overseas.
@@twelve.80 thank you for replying anyways, I’ll hunt for some U.K. based ones, they seem excellent. I’m also dealing with a small studio space so this design would be ideal. Really appreciate you making this video i found it very helpful! X
@@jencoxon6460 You might already be aware of this, from what I have heard hartley and noble bats seems good.
feb1 2023 is a wed
Where do you clean your wheel?
I wipe it down with a sponge and bucket, or if it’s really messy I wash it in the sink over a large bucket. All the clay and water goes in the clay trap once done. I also throw relatively clean so the mess isn’t too bad.
Clay trap as in the bucket? Do you reuse the bucket with the clay and water?
The buckets that filter out lumps of clay. I scope out the clay once it starts to build up a bit and put it into the bin.
would you recommend doing lessons first before starting a home setup?
I would highly recommend taking classes first, pottery is very hands-on, and often it's hard to know if you are doing something right or not without seeing and feeling in person.
Equipments are also not cheap so it's best to figure out of you actually enjoy it before investing in a home studio.
why is your name dear ali ceramics?
My dog’s name is Ali and the whole business idea started off as a joke of making an all white ceramic shop as she’s a Samoyed and is all white. It kind of stuck and I thought I will just go with it as I wanted the business to be a brand and not me personally.
I could tell it was a new studio, no clay on the walls, ceilings, plants, carpet, windows....
You should warn those with little money that their aspirations for a home studio will not be easily met, and especially since secondhand gear is being snapped up by people with disposable income who have recently taken up pottery.