SIMON LEACH POTTERY - Learning how to wedge and knead clay for throwing !

[@keithlightminder3005]

Love the care you took in breaking it down into actions which students can remind themselves of, articulating subtleties. Thanks Simon.

[@marciagorman8903]

For all you fans of Simon, I got his book and it's wonderful and very professionally done. Thank you Simon for being such a fabulous teacher!

[@janecollette9504]

I love your book and find it very helpful.Thankyou for showing us how to wedge. I’ve been trying to figure that out for a while now.

[@joklein5070]

I found your book in my library (sans DVD as an ebook) and now I'm here! :) definitely helpful for getting me back into pottery after 5+ years away.

[@dkgrace6743]

Great explanation. Thank you

[@chattyraven211]

Hi Simon, I work alone out in my shop. Not because I'm anti social but, because my shop is only 12' x 16' and it support several other mediums. if anyone else comes in, i have to leave. lol so i often play continuing education videos while i work. i started watching wedging/kneading videos because my torn rotater cuff from 2000 has come calling and I'm scoping out new techniques to mitigate stress to my left shoulder. Looks like this bird needs to pull her wings in a bit. :) i'll put your ideas to use and thanks for stopping in at my shop today. I love your accent.

[@BlacktwigFarm1400]

Can't wait to get a copy of your upcoming book and DvD's

[@mariannerijvers6136]

Thanks for all your wonderful tips Simon ! All the best, Marianne, The Netherlands

[@waukewanstudio]

Simon. Thanks for the articulate and illuminating discussion on spiral wedging. I bave done it for years but now I really understand it. Your book will be much anticipated. I wondered how your glaze firing went. I am so sorry you were too busy to share with us....I am sure that I speak for everyone when I say thankyou for all you do....

[@colleenmannion6697]

Thank you! Found my air bubble problem with this😊

[@Samikinsalive]

I appreciate you taking the time and effort writing this handbook, love it. Thank-you Simon.

[@morequest4knowledge]

Thank you Simon for this very clear explanation and demonstration of kneeding and wedging. Do you make your own clay body or purchase it already made? I think your book will be most helpful to anyone interested in making pottery. Your videos are most informative, entertaining and helpful. I enjoy your videos not only for the valuable information and techniques but for your very personal and informal instruction manner. It's like learning from an old friend. Thank you Simon...

[@colleenmcelmell8255]

Great video tutorials! Just bought your book... Thanks Simon!

[@cherylashenbrener4430]

I love your pet ant on your hat too!

[@RIchardleepr]

Hopefully i will get it in Puerto Rico. I am a huge fan.

[@ayelletmatzliah1944]

Thank you so much very helpful 🌷

[@hobbypotter]

VERY good idea Janice! Thumbed up!

[@Pottery2010]

Excellent. Very informative.

[@bettyannmckinney9949]

You make it look so easy and I am still fighting it

[@jenfox3040]

Great video. Good explanations

[@dominiccampo1347]

There was a bug climbing around the brim of your hat at the end😁

[@utubenick25]

Hello, y wife is starting a studio and has enjoyed your videos. she is currently about to get a wheel but is unsure whether to go for ; Cowley Double Drive Wheel P6340 or Shimpo Whisper RK3E Wheel P6327. She has been using a borrowed Cowley and likes the big splash pan as she cleans it out in the small space we have. however looking at the Shimpo it seems soo quiet and adjustable it could be the one. she is unsure about the smaller area around the head. I have noticed you use a shimpo some times. any words of advice? it is a big purchase and will be at the centre of her creative endeavors. Many thanks,

[@MichealAEdwards]

I like that title Janice

[@biancabernstein5527]

Simon, how long does the square of clay with holes in it stay wrapped up with water? is it a matter if days or weeks? Many thanks!

[@nancyleedunn]

After 5 years, I've lost the ability to center. I keep getting a swirl in the middle. I'm thinking it may be the way I'm wedging, so I'm back to the drawing board here. Thank you.

[@marypeterson1011]

Can you use polished granite for a wedging table surface?

[@np5388]

Mimi DeRose polished granite is non porous so the clay would stick to it extremely easily, you need to use a porous surface

[@emmyloumccoy1221]

i love you!!!

[@sleachpots]

:) keep practicing !

[@janicethepotter]

Is this your first book? I like the "handbook" title but have you considered... Keep Practicing; A Potter's Handbook by Simon Leach"... or something like that. Just hanging around trying to be creative. Regards, Janice

[@kaceydavidson4035]

I noticed you're using a wooden table top to wedge on. I built a work table with the same look (used high grade plywood). I am having a problem with clay sticking to the table. I've tried canvas and did not like it and I'm not wanting to go through the trouble of making a plaster table. Any suggestions on how you keep your clay from sticking when wedging?

[@connorcaproon451]

I use plywood as well. Let the clay dry out a little bit. If it sticks to plywood, it's too wet.

[@dididoo]

Use marine plywood, a good old wooden table found cheap in a. second hand shop is the best

[@iamnadines]

hello! would adding water to hard porcelain work? I haven't worked a lot with porcelain, but was told you shouldn't use too much water. thanks!

[@sleachpots]

You should be able to moisturize the porcelain in this way - try it and if it's a bit too wet after then dry it's touch till it is how you like it !

[@iamnadines]

Yes, I am definitely going to try it! Thanks very much.

[@deepashtray5605]

You'd be a killer at iron palm kung fu; I bet you could smash a cinder block. BTW, the Chinese make bruise wine (a.k.a. jow) for wing chun conditioning, or people who repeatedly slam their hands and fists on marginally soft substances such as clay, to speed healing and prevent permanent damage.

[@LittleCherryHill]

The teacher I am under, only does the wedging method. He has never done the kneading spiral or rams. Can anyone tell me if wedging is enough to rid the clay of air?

[@robertgilkison3630]

Nice work 👍 Simon

[@hellavicius8567]

Do u know Betty Webb???

[@sleachpots]

I do not think I do ? Where would I know her from ?

[@hellavicius8567]

shes another writer...she writes horror mysteries XD shes my grandma...i was just curious...oh and btw i love what u do doing pottery is my dream job i cant wait to be like a professional XD