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vocabulary list
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| clay | Clay is a natural material composed of fine particles that is used in pottery making due to its malleable properties. |
| kiln | A kiln is a high-temperature oven used to fire pottery, ceramic, or clay objects to harden and strengthen them. |
| glaze | Glaze refers to a liquid mixture of minerals that is applied to pottery before firing to create a smooth, shiny surface. |
| potter's wheel | A potter's wheel is a rotating device used by potters to shape clay into various forms such as bowls and vases. |
| slip | In pottery making, slip refers to a liquid mixture of clay and water applied to the surface of ceramic pieces. |
| firing | Firing in pottery making refers to the process of heating clay objects in a kiln to harden and set them. |
| bisque | Bisque refers to pottery that has been fired once at a high temperature but has not yet been glazed. |
| ceramic | Ceramic refers to objects made of clay that are heated to high temperatures to create durable and water-resistant pottery. |
| kneading | Kneading in pottery making refers to the process of mixing and manipulating clay to remove air bubbles and ensure uniform consistency. |
| wedging | Wedging is the process of kneading clay to remove air bubbles, ensure uniform consistency, and improve workability for pottery making. |
| sifting | Sifting in pottery making refers to the process of passing clay through a fine mesh to remove impurities and create a smooth texture. |
| slip | Slip in pottery making is a liquid mixture of clay and water used to decorate or enhance the surface of ceramics. |
| coil | A coil is a long, snake-like piece of clay rolled out to create pottery by layering and shaping it. |
| pinch | Pinch is a hand-building technique in pottery where clay is shaped by pinching and squeezing it with fingers. |
| score | Scoring in pottery making is the process of creating shallow cuts or marks on clay surfaces to help with bonding. |
| smooth | Smooth in pottery making refers to the even and uniform texture of clay achieved through kneading, wedging, and refining techniques. |
| coil | A coil is a long, snake-like piece of clay that is rolled out and then stacked to create pottery forms. |
| slab | A slab in pottery making refers to a flat piece of clay that is rolled out and used to create various forms. |
| pinch | Pinch in pottery making refers to the technique of shaping clay by pinching it between fingers to form a vessel. |
| scoring | Scoring in pottery making involves scratching or roughening up the surface of clay pieces before joining them together with slip. |
| Trimming | Trimming in pottery making refers to the process of removing excess clay from a piece to refine its shape and surface. |
| chattering | Chattering in pottery trimming refers to the intentional creation of textured lines or patterns on the surface of a piece. |
| faceting | Faceting in trimming pottery involves creating flat or angled surfaces on the exterior of a pot for added texture and visual interest. |
| carving | Carving in pottery making refers to the process of carefully removing excess clay to create intricate designs or textures. |
| undercutting | Undercutting in pottery trimming refers to the technique of trimming away clay from the bottom of a pot at an inward angle. |
| sgraffito | Sgraffito in pottery trimming is a technique where a design is scratched into the surface of the clay. |
| darting | Darting in pottery trimming refers to cutting deep, narrow grooves into the surface of a pot for decorative purposes. |
| kiln | A kiln is a high-temperature oven used in pottery making to dry and harden clay objects through a controlled heating process. |
| bisque firing | Bisque firing is the first firing of pottery after it has been dried, turning it into a durable, porous ceramic material. |
| glaze | In pottery making, glaze refers to a liquid mixture applied to a ceramic piece before firing to create a glossy finish. |
| greenware | Greenware refers to unfired pottery that has dried completely and is ready for firing in a kiln to harden. |
| moisture | Moisture in pottery making refers to the presence of water in the clay, which needs to be removed during drying. |
| wedging | Wedging in pottery making is the process of kneading clay to remove air bubbles and ensure even moisture distribution. |
| shrinkage | Shrinkage in pottery making refers to the decrease in size of clay objects as they dry and are fired. |
| Underglaze | Underglaze is a type of ceramic decoration applied to pottery before the final glaze, enhancing the surface with colored designs. |
| Overglaze | Overglaze refers to a layer of colored glaze applied to the surface of a pottery piece after the initial firing. |
| Crackle | Crackle refers to the fine network of lines or cracks that form on the surface of pottery glaze after firing. |