Case Studies

C E R A M I C C O N S U L T A T I O N S

Refillable Candle Company – Asbury Park, NJ (2022-2023)

Small business looking to expand production of (formerly) hand-built candle vessels. Scaling this type of work required a substantial amount of employee training and time. The introduction of slip casting streamlined their process: increasing workforce teachability, studio efficiency, quality of work, and profit margin.

S E R V I C E S

Introduction to Slipcasting - All resources and tutorials provided. Slip research, selection, and sourcing. Template/prototype creation.

Wheel throwing - In-person wheel throwing instruction, tool recommendations, and continued education.

Kiln Maintenance - Skutt KM1231 / corroded thermocouple. Replacement provided.

Graphic Design - Image vectorization for merchandise. Glaze - Education and courses provided.

Independent Ceramic Studio — Saint Augustine, Florida (2021-2023)

Artist and entrepreneur looking to further develop various areas of their studio practice. We worked on wheel throwing techniques, glazes, and kiln maintenance on a monthly basis.

S E R V I C E S

Kiln Maintenance: Skutt KM1027 and Skutt Firebox. Thermocouple and element replacement (virtual tutorial).

Wheel throwing: Virtual lessons via Facetime / Zoom.

Glaze - Online education, books, and courses provided.

Home Studio Build-Out — Chattanooga, Tennessee (2023)

Former NJ Resident moved South and set up their first home studio.

S E R V I C E S

Studio Build-out: Resources, dimensions, electrical + water hookup approach provided.