JakeFarns Posted October 7, 2018 Report Share Posted October 7, 2018 I'm an amateur, weekend wheel warrior. I have my own studio in my basement. In watching videos online I notice that some potters are able make the rim get smaller as they pull up (see link below). Can anyone give some guidance as to this technique? Thanks! http://freegifmaker.me/images/2d5tK/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callie Beller Diesel Posted October 7, 2018 Report Share Posted October 7, 2018 Hi Jake and welcome! Typically what you want to do to make that cone effect happen is be mindful of where your outside hand is in relation to your outside hand. The rule of thumb is that if you want a piece to taper in, have your outside hand below the inside hand, so that you can gently guide the clay inwards. If you have our hands positioned opposite this, with your inside hand slightly below our outside, the pot will flare outwards. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEP Posted October 7, 2018 Report Share Posted October 7, 2018 I agree with what Callie said, plus in order to make the rim get smaller as the wall grows, it takes a lot more pressure from your outside hand than you might think. Your inside hand should not be applying much pressure outward at all, it is mostly there for support and to help keep the wall centered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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