Inspiration & Guides

Hand-building is a flexible ceramic technique where you shape clay without using a potter’s wheel. It is perfect for sculptures, organic forms, and larger objects – from hobby projects to advanced works of art.

Casting slip, also known as slip, is a liquid clay used together with plaster molds. This technique produces thin, even, and reproducible objects and is ideal for batch production and detailed forms.

The right tools make a big difference in ceramics. Whether you are wheel throwing, hand-building, or decorating, your tools affect both the process and the final result. You don’t need everything from the start—but having the right basic tools makes the work easier.

This guide helps you quickly find the right glaze and provides tips for success—whether you’re a beginner or an experienced ceramicist.

Applying glaze correctly is essential for the final result. This guide covers different application methods.

We are excited to introduce new colors from the AMACO Potter’s Choice series – one of the most beloved glaze collections in the ceramics world.

In this guide, we explain the difference between stoneware and earthenware, what throwing clay, sculpting clay, and casting slip are, and what you should know about grog and other clay properties.

Kiln Ice glazes are a series of effect glazes that create a beautiful crackled pattern inspired by classic Asian ceramics. Learn how these glazes work and how to achieve the best results in the kiln.

Would you like to print patterns, illustrations, or text on ceramics? Ceramic Inks make it possible to work with ceramics in a way that resembles graphic design and printmaking techniques.

How to identify food-safe glazes – a guide to safe ceramics for food and drink.