Introduction To Throwing Dinner Plates On The Pottery Wheel With Derek

In this video we will discuss and demonstrate the process for throwing dinner plates. We will also discuss the different parts of a plate. The tools necessary, type of clay, and trimming a foot into a dinner plate. Be sure to subscribe. Thank you for stopping by!

[@richardgoff8354]

By far the best step by step instruction on throwing a dinner plate I've watched. Very detailed. Derek's techniques will help me throw better dinner plates.

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thanks so much! I am glad it helped.

[@denisenoble4010]

great step by step for making plates, not made any yet but your way i could follow. thankyou

[@brendah7456]

Wonderful step by step video!

[@setapart303]

You are good in front of a camera and an awesome teacher. I really like this video, thought I know very little about working with clay, watching your videos definitely inspires me to want to. Thank you. Awesome plates.

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thank you very much!

[@MyMazyCat]

Really super helpful!! Thank you so much!🏺

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thank you! so glad to hear.

[@phyllispetersen6497]

Loved watching how plates are made. Looking forward to more videos!

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thank you! Working on more today!

[@jakecivitts1503]

I learned so much. I am intrigued by how many steps it takes until it is "done" for your skillful eye and hands. Thank you.

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thank you! Yes sir it is many steps to get to a finished pot😎

[@RachelHoffmanDolls]

This was such an informative video, we learned a ton! Way to go, we can't wait for more videos!

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thank you soooo much! I am so glad you enjoyed it ☺️ thank you for watching. We are looking forward to bringing you more!

[@icemansmom00]

You are a excellent teacher Beautiful work I look forward to seeing many many more videos from you! Sheri

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thank you! I look forward to bring you more!

[@pegredding3657]

Really nice job on the plate demo! Thanks!

[@lillychevalierfox]

Thanks Derek always a treat discovering what is behind my plate ;) I love artisanal dish

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thank you! My pleasure ☺️

[@aurasystems]

Very interesting information. It’s much more time consuming than I had imagined.

[@BrokenArrowPottery]

Thanks for a great tutorial! Clear and thorough. I have avoided signing in lieu of a logo stamp on pieces like yours for all the same reasons you mentioned. However I like your solution & will give it a try on next opportunity. Cheers! jw

[@annemousseau8757]

Pot lid holder on counter so plates can stand in it with no stacking. Great video. Thank you. Very interesting.

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thank you 🙏🏽

[@turnofthecenturyantiques4067]

Looking forward to more beginner courses! Thank you!

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

More to come!

[@thomasschwarz1973]

Thank you, golden.

[@lorrainecliftonceramics]

Love the way you do you signature!

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thank you 🙏🏽

[@doriscurrie1813]

Beautiful!!

[@angieangie21]

Love this! Learnt so much thank you 😊

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thank you! I am so glad to hear

[@lorimitchell7607]

Loved watching this video! Beautiful pottery!

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thank you sooo much!

[@leodegas7731]

You do a really good job of explaining. You also give the why of what you do. Just starting out. 🤣 I haven't even bought any clay yet. Be blessed, ✌🏼🦁

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thank you!

[@karinac6032]

Thank you! Very nice explained.

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@marycrenshaw8650]

Thanks! Great example.

[@marshasmayham2560]

Lovely pottery!

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thank you!

[@susanmchenry8044]

Magical !

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thanks!!

[@thomasschwarz1973]

Maybe add a shopping list with links in the description, to the Plaster Bat and Bat mate....

[@lindatortorice9356]

Just discovered you. Great lesson.

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thank you!!!

[@tahananpotteryshopstudio1775]

Hi, excellent video, thank you so much. Will it be ok if you provide the glaze names and perhaps a video on how you glaze?

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Hi Tahanan. Thank you so much. These are all shiny glazes. Fired to cone 10 in reduction. I will do my best for a glazing video. If you email me I am happy to share the recipes with you. Thanks!

[@soulhavenpottery]

I have struggled for years to throw plates that don't warp (and have tried every other variation of plate making besides pressing!) Can't wait to try this...where do you get the plaster bats? Do you make them? Thanks so much for this video...very informative, you have a great teaching style :)

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thank you so much! I am so glad to hear. Yes, I make the bats. they are much cheaper that way. However you can purchase them from any of the big ceramic supply stores, they are called hydro-bats. They are great but can be a bit pricy. I hope that helps! Happy potting ;)

[@louisequinby7110]

This is the most complete video on throwing and trimming plates that I have found in 3 yrs of being a self taught potter. Thank you very much! I find that the hydrobats make the centre of the clay hump up off the bat while throwing. Am I using too much or too little water?

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thank you so much. I am so glad it helped. I have the same issue with the hydro bats. if you can dry them a little slower so that the edge does not dry before the center it will help with the lifting of the edges. Try wrapping the edge with plastic and cover with cheese cloth. Make sure that the bat is resting on a wire rack or something that helps get air flow under the bat. Also you can leave the bottom of the plate much thicker so that you can trim the hump out of the middle. I hope that helps. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Have a great day!

[@candybenteu8717]

Great video! Will you shre your glazing technique? Loved the combinations you used.

[@rachelbyassceramics7500]

great tips as i hate doing plates

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Thanks! glad it helped. I used to not like throwing dishes too

[@hmmnhb]

nice video. thank you. where did you get that gauge? I make my own, but that looks terrific. Thank you.

[@johnboiano6960]

Hey there, Great video! Your "favorite" green rib. Is that a Mud tools shape 2 rib? If so, what density (soft etc.)? If not, what rib is it? Thanks & peace, JB

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Hey there! Thank you so much. Not sure on the Shape. It is the rectangle - ish shape. One right angle side, and one slightly rounded, with a rounded nose. Blue or green is best for me, they are the stiffest. I hope that helps. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Have a great day.

[@patspotpage]

So, to be clear, you don't glaze inside of your foot ring? Thank you for sharing your experience!

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Hey! Thank you so much. I generally do not.

[@julesss7777]

How are you glazing the back of the plates?

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

No glaze 👌

[@GDinyariASL]

What is that trimming tool called? AND where can I get one?

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

Trim all by mud tools.

[@edstud1]

Where do you get a plaster batt?

[@fluxstudiodenver8062]

You can make them. I will do a demo soon.

[@edstud1]

@@fluxstudiodenver8062 fantastic, thank you!