See Josh Heim's Potter's Choice combinations cups. Josh created by using one thick coat of PC-12 (Blue Midnight) as a base. Then 3 coats of the top coat were applied. Josh recommends letting the glaze dry in-between coats. Josh used a fan brush to apply the glazes because it allows for a more even coverage. AMACO 46-M Clay, a Cone 5/6 stoneware clay, was used to create the cups.

See Josh Heim's Potter's Choice combinations cups. Josh created by using one thick coat of PC-12 (Blue Midnight) as a base. Then 3 coats of the top coat were applied. Josh recommends letting the glaze dry in-between coats. Josh used a fan brush to apply the glazes because it allows for a more even coverage. AMACO 46-M Clay, a Cone 5/6 stoneware clay, was used to create the cups.

“In this Ad PC-12 Blue Midnight was used as a base. One thick base coat of PC-12 Blue Midnight was applied and then three top coats of the accompanying PC glaze was applied allowing them to dry between coats. The pots were fired in an electric kiln at Cone 5. As you can see we had some interesting and beautiful results.” To learn more go to: www.layeringamacoglazes.com

Save $50 on Potters Council's Functional Ceramics + Beyond by registering before August 7!

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Did you know that (LG-36) Gloss Freckled Brown glaze has a beautiful flow and effect when applied alone? This vase was glazed with (LG-36) Gloss Freckled Brown glaze to show how this particular Gloss glaze flows. This (LG-36) Gloss Freckled Brown glaze and (LG-27) Gloss Turquoise Crackle are unlike the (LG) Gloss glazes that are a solid one color glaze.

We've 2 of 2 photos of AMACO's own Tim Martin at Kentucky Mudworks 10th Anniversary Open House this past Friday & Saturday. For info on Kentucky Mudworks, visit: http://www.kentuckymudwork​s.com/

We've 1 of 2 photos of AMACO's own Tim Martin at Kentucky Mudworks 10th Anniversary Open House this past Friday & Saturday. For info on Kentucky Mudworks, visit: http://www.kentuckymudwork​s.com/

"I am SO PLEASED with your [Potter's Choice] Salt Buff Cone 6 glaze! I am a production potter but am not able, due to space, to mix my own glazes. I have searched high and low for a cone 6 glaze that mimics the old-timey "tobacco spit" glazed used by the Meaders Pottery. This [Potter's Choice Salt Buff] is it! Thank you so much for this glaze. It's very reliable and predictable and so far, I haven't ruined a kiln shelf!" Launa Simmons of Pike County Pottery in Kirby, Arkansas (pictured: Launa's jugs glazes with Potter's Choice Salt Buff)

Potters Council Presents: Tile + Architectural Ceramics is June 24-26, 2011 in Seattle! http://tinyurl.com/3byfmgq

Clay Leopard of Bowling Green, TN
Title: Server with Nesting Plate
Received the AMACO/brent Purchase Award

"…This large porcelain vase appears quite traditional until closer inspection reveals the figure is composed of commercial logos. It is a sly reference to the current marriage of communication and capitalism…"

Courtesy of NCECA
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May/June 2011 issue of Potterymaking Illustrated
Ceramic artist Debra Fritts says of working with Velvet Underglazes, "These colors are so intense that I can layer beautiful washes in a painterly manner."
ceramic piece created by Debra Fritts

Check out our NEW ad in the May/June 2011 issue of Potterymaking Illustrated and in the May 2011 issue of Ceramics Monthly

This is an Image Transfer on ceramic made by Paul Andrew Wandless with AMACO Liquid Underglazes Decorating Colors (LUGs) and Velvets (V). AMACO Liquid Underglaze Decorating Colors are intense, opaque colors ideal for covering large areas quickly, easily and smoothly. They can also be used for detailed painting, sgraffito decoration, w...ater color effects, free brush painting, wax resists and mishima decoration. AMACO Velvets semi-translucent underglazes have the appearance of velour or velvet when left unglazed or will intensify in color when covered with an AMACO Clear Transparent or Gloss glaze.
See lesson plan #41 to learn how to create your own image transfer. Also, we'll be posting photos from Paul Andrew Wandless' recent workshop at Brackers Good Earth Clay.
For more information on AMACO... Liquid Underglaze Decorating Colors, visit: http://www.amaco.com/shop/product-455-liquid-underglaze-lug-decorating-colors-lead-free.html
For more information on AMACO...Velvets, visit: http://www.amaco.com/shop/product-458-velvet-v-underglazes-lead-free.html
See our Lesson Plan #41 "Images Transfer" at: http://www.amaco.com/amaco-glazes-information/image-transfer/

This Platter by Steve Howell was glazed with AMACO GDC glaze colors. This very unique series offers unlimited versatility. While developed specifically to produce the Majolica technique, these colors also perform well as a one step decoration for bisque, can be used for overall coverage as well as high fired on stoneware.
For more information on Majolica glazes, visit: http://www.amaco.com/shop/product-457-majolica-gloss-gdc-low-fire-cone-05-glazes-for-bisque-lead-free.html

See how Ron Korczynski, Natrona Heights, PN, decorated "Runnin Buns Platter" with a combination of AMACO Sun Strokes, Velvets, and LUGs.
For more information on AMACO...
Sunstrokes, visit: http://www.amaco.com/shop/product-456-sun-strokes-ss-brilliant-underglaze-colors-lead-free.html
Velvets, visit: http://www.amaco.com/shop/product-458-velvet-v-underglazes-lead-free.html
Liquid Gloss Glazes (LUGS), visit: http://www.amaco.com/shop/product-455-liquid-underglaze-lug-decorating-colors-lead-free.html

Trent Berning, Fallbrook, CA, was decorated his "Ambiguous" ceramic piece with AMACO Gloss, Textured Alligators, and Deco Gloss glazes. AMACO's Gloss Glazes flow slightly during firing to achieve a smooth, high gloss finish. AMACO's Textured Alligator Glazes produces unlimited textures during firing and are never alike due to the many variations in texture which occur in firing. AMACO's Deco Gloss Glazes are intense colors, totally opaque, and perfect for creating art deco pieces.

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Cat Holt made several monsters for us - this is one of them. She used Crystaltex (CTL-22) Milky Way and Alligator (LT-142) Antique Green -- both low fire AMACO glazes.
For more information on Alligator glazes, visit: http://www.amaco.com/shop/product-217-alligator-lt-low-fire-cone-05-textured-glazes-for-bisque-lead-free.html
For more information on Crystaltex glazes, visit: http://www.amaco.com/shop/product-230-crystaltex-ctl-glazes-lead-free.html

Elliott Hubbard uses AMACO Velvets and Sunstrokes at New Orleans Jazz Fest 2011

For more information on Elliott Hubbard, visit his website: http://www.elliotthubbard.com/

For details on AMACO...
Velvets, visit: http://www.amaco.com/shop/product-458-velvet-v-underglazes-lead-free.html
Sun Strokes, visit: http://www.amaco.com/shop/product-456-sun-strokes-ss-brilliant-underglaze-colors-lead-free.html

Elliott Hubbard uses AMACO Velvets and Sunstrokes at New Orleans Jazz Fest 2011

For more information on Elliott Hubbard, visit his website: http://www.elliotthubbard.com/

For details on AMACO...
Velvets, visit: http://www.amaco.com/shop/product-458-velvet-v-underglazes-lead-free.html
Sun Strokes, visit: http://www.amaco.com/shop/product-456-sun-strokes-ss-brilliant-underglaze-colors-lead-free.html