Teacher & Glaze Lab Blue Skies Pottery

Consultations

Online and in-person support for budding, blooming, and established ceramic studio practices. Consultations are conducted over email and Zoom once an initial intake form is completed. Investment ranges on a project-to-project basis, with a rate of $25-$42/hr depending on involvement.

  • Throwing strategies, clay body choice, drying and firing considerations.

  • Bring ease to your studio practice via slipcasting. Increase your quality of work and output.

  • Troubleshoot issues across the glaze spectrum - formula, application, and firings.

  • Electric kilns only: thermocouples, element replacement, troubleshooting error codes + more

  • Promote your work, reach an audience of collectors, maintain your digital business card.

Case Studies

Refillable Candle Company - Asbury Park, NJ

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.

Services provided —

Slipcasting - All resources and tutorials provided. Slip 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 Studio - Saint Augustine, Florida

Artist and entrepreneur looking to further develop specific areas of their studio practice. The consultation began with wheel throwing; basic techniques, clay considerations for a humid climate, and ultimately building height. Glaze development involved conversations surrounding application, thickness, and heat work. The consultation concluded with kiln maintenance; element and thermocouple replacement.

Services provided —

Kiln Maintenance - Skutt KM1027 and Firebox, virtual thermocouple and element replacement.

Wheel throwing - Virtual lessons via Facetime / Zoom.

Glaze - Online education, books, and courses provided.

Receive a free quote within 3-4 business days