Large Two Part Vases

[@jasondunnjpjms4046]

Made a two-part vase in Porcilin that collapsed and now I know why. Let it dry a little more before connecting! Thanks!

[@brucec6442]

Without a doubt best pottery site on You Tube !!!

[@Kusunoky]

Indeed

[@MatthewKellyPottery]

Thanks!

[@richardavery4108]

Thanks for the great lesson. Threw my first 3 part vessel today and had great success. 11 lbs of clay yielded an 18” pot.

[@keithlightminder3005]

Thank you very much for giving weights and chatting about pottery while you throw! You are such a good example of a skilled thrower, what a privilege it is to watch you work!

[@MatthewKellyPottery]

Thank you so much. I’m glad it helps.

[@danielpeters5087]

Matthew, you make it look so easy, this is very inspiring, I don't think you know much of a blessing you are to us new potters. Thanks form Florida, Dan

[@MatthewKellyPottery]

You’re very welcome. I’m sure I don’t as well all are unaware as to our impact. Hence why “It’s a Wonderful Life” is such a classic movie. A good reminder of how much of a blessing we can all be.

[@alonzoturley8885]

It isn’t supposed to be that easy! I have been a hobbyist for 20 years and could not imagine even attempting those shapes and you just touch the clay and it comes to life! Amazing work

[@MatthewKellyPottery]

Thank you! If you threw as many pots as I have it would be easier for you too. Haha.

[@clifforddalton3067]

You've tried different ways of joining sections, which one do you prefer? You are a wizard with the rib Matt! I practice when I can [between illnesses] and slowly getting the feel for the rib. As a professional you make it look so easy though. Thanks again for all your tutoring etc.

[@davidcourcier796]

Great work as usual Regards Dave. Tigerceramics

[@michaeldausmann6066]

Fantastic throwing! I like the music on this one too

[@shirleycirio6897]

So cool to see you working and deciding.. So we can see good, better, best on each piece. :) Another Great Video.

[@Kusunoky]

I most say you sir have different way or taste in your style. For me personally its unique one. I am in love with your technique and style. I like all other pottery yt channel but for me I can see you fallow you feels. Much success for you sir.

[@MatthewKellyPottery]

Thank you! Much appreciated comment

[@bishbashbosh8178]

@@MatthewKellyPottery how much do you sell your big pots at?

[@MatthewKellyPottery]

Depends on the size and outcome of the piece

[@Kusunoky]

@@MatthewKellyPottery you are always welcome sir.

[@BrokenArrowPottery]

Love to watch you work smarter not harder... kinder to body! Great results too -as always!

[@MatthewKellyPottery]

I’ve always wanted to work smarter

[@genearnold3252]

Shapes are really looking good!! Last one was my favorite but the all looked great, can't wait to see them come out of the kiln!

[@MatthewKellyPottery]

Thanks Gene

[@sheilam4964]

My favorite is the second one. But as a group together on the shelf they make a such a beautiful composite that I would love to buy them all, if I could afford it. ;-) It's not your prices. It's the shipping cost to Canada.

[@MatthewKellyPottery]

I understand. Yes shipping to Canada would be pricey.

[@clifforddalton3067]

I noticed that this way of joining can cause trapped air Matt!

[@triciac1019]

Spectaular!

[@angelacollier9256]

How long do you let the first piece set up? Worry about different drying times. Love the forms, so nice!

[@MatthewKellyPottery]

They usually set up overnight depending on humidity and temperature. Add the wet piece on leather hard has never given me a problem.

[@angelacollier9256]

@@MatthewKellyPottery thanks so much, I tried it and it worked finally! Awesome vid, appreciate the lesson! 😍

[@MatthewKellyPottery]

You’re welcome. I’m glad it worked for you.

[@jaymassey7931]

Hey, big fan, watch all your videos.. Quick question: you said the weight of the second piece you added was around 3lbs to 3.5 lbs? is that right? and how much clay did you throw the initial base piece with? Ive been throwing many 2 piece vases and jars recently and ive been having trouble with getting the right amount of clay for the second piece. Either I use too much and the base sags when I add the second piece or I use too little and have incongruent widths..

[@MatthewKellyPottery]

I had around 9lbs in the bottoms and around 3.5lbs in the tops. Sagging would probably be from the bottom piece not being dried enough or adding too much clay as the top piece. Can’t be certain in your specific example. Good luck.

[@jaymassey7931]

@@MatthewKellyPottery Thank you!!

[@gso7725]

Great pottery, one suggestion would be better footwork, flat foots don't complement your work.

[@MatthewKellyPottery]

Trim a foot on vases? Not sure what you mean.

[@clifforddalton3067]

you are working too hard Matt :) great video though

[@MatthewKellyPottery]

Nah! I have a hard deadline and I refuse to have any if the kiln be empty. Haha