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I am new to ceramics. The more I read, the more confused I get. Can you use commercial glazes and underglazes on the same piece? What is the process? Thank you
Hi
Underglaze is generally colour that can be used to decorate a surface and glaze is the finish that goes on top. Depending on the type of underglaze colour you use. I like amaco works much better than Botz at everything.
In principal you can use comercial underglaze beneath comercial glaze, its really a matter of taste and what your expectations are.
I hope this helps
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stephen
Expertise
I can answer most questions relating to the making of figurative ceramics. i can answer some questions on the qualities of the types of clay that is suitable I can answer some questions on firing and drying techniques I can answer some questions relating to decoration
Experience
I have been a figurative ceramicist for 10 years
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Education/Credentials
Master of Ceramics, Royal College of Art
Ba Hons, Ceramics, First Class Honours
Awards and Honors
I have won several awards and prizes for my work including best Figurative work from the Royal Ulster Academy, Bank of Ireland Scholarship award, Yard Gallery prize.
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