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    Can you make clay pots without a kiln?
    Natasha Dikareva, MFA
    Ceramics & Sculpting Instructor
    Natasha Dikareva is a San Francisco, California based sculptor, and installation artist. With over 25 years of ceramics, sculpting, and installation experience, Natasha also teaches a ceramic sculpture workshop titled "Adventures in Clay" covering concept development, hand-building techniques, texture, and glazing techniques. Her work has been featured in solo and group exhibitions at the Beatrice Wood Center for the Arts, Abrams Claghorn Gallery, Bloomington Center for the Arts, Maria Kravetz Gallery, and the American Museum of Ceramic Art. She has taught at the University of Minnesota and the American Indian OIC School. She has been awarded the Excellence Award at the 1st World Teapot Competition, Best in Show at the 4th Clay & Glass Biennial Competition, and a Grand Prize at the American Museum of Ceramic Art. Natasha holds an MFA from the University of Minnesota and a BFA from Kiev Fine Arts College.
    Ceramics & Sculpting Instructor
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    You will need to use a kiln to do the initial bisque firing, and then apply the glaze and fire the pot again. Glazing and firing the clay pot is necessary to waterproof it and make it more durable.
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    But why I should wear odd clothes?
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    Simply so you do not ruin your good clothes.
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    What are the materials needed ?
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    There is a list of materials at the end of the article above.
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    What if my clay has sat a while without water?
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    It will get very hard. You should try to keep it in a air tight container.
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    Why should I fire and glaze my pot?
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    Pot firing a pot makes it hard and glazing it makes it waterproof and much prettier.
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