TOP 10 BRUSH-ON GLAZES FOR POTTERY - My Capsule Glaze Selection for the Beginner (Pottery Tutorial)

[@auroraskies8827]

Thanks Sarah from Jan in Canada

[@christydammen8850]

Your favorites are my favorites! For reds, I like coyote's passion red. I did a tropical seedpod recently with obsidian pods and passion red leafs.The two worked together wonderfully. Thank you for all your help along my clay journey.

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks so much for watching Christy. Great to have you along 😀

[@knightclan4]

I’m never going to get bored with pottery Always something new to experiment with Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi Rick - yes, I agree - Pottery is never boring - always so much to learn. Thanks for watching. 😊

[@carolynmurray2501]

Thank you Sarah for sharing.. ❤️

[@thepotterycorner]

You are very welcome. Thanks for watching again 🙂

[@cathysmith5844]

You are the best teacher!!

[@thepotterycorner]

Awww thanks so much Cathy. Very kind 😊

[@ryandavis7011]

Seaweed over rainforest is a fantastic combo - and it comes out extremely shiny!

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi Ryan - thanks for the tip - I'm off to grab a test tile! Thanks for watching again. 😀

[@ryandavis7011]

@@thepotterycorner You're welcome :) also, you get the best effects from that combo not over texture, it kind of mottles I guess. I'll send you a pic on insta

[@Mike-bi8zg]

Perfect presentation. Just the information I needed. A big thanks.

[@thepotterycorner]

Glad it was helpful Mike and thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment. Appreciated. Sarah

[@debragraham2032]

Hi Sarah! I love when you discuss glazes. I will have to rewatch the earlier video where you show many you invented by mixing them together! That video blew me away!! In that video, you mixed weeping plum with snow and created a delicate, soft pink. I now use this pink exclusively!! Mayco's Pink Opal is too much!, Weeping Plum, alone, too plum, but the beauty of the mixed new Celedon is magic! Thank you from Farmington Hills, Michigan USA!

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi Debra - I love the weeping plum and snow mix too. As well as Snapdragon and Snow mixed 50/50. So many possibilities with these glazes and I'm not sure people know you can mix as well as layer. Amaco do it - Tangela is just a mix of Snapdragon and Marigold! Cheeky of them. Thanks for watching again. Always great to hear from you. 😄

[@ker5776]

This is SO helpful! Thank you so much

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks for watching. Glad it was helpful 😊

[@cindypope6122]

Excellent video Sarah . I have them all except rainforest and seaweed but my studio has a gallon of seaweed so I really do have it. . I decided on storm instead of rainforest but feel like I need to have rainforest now. I do love sky and ancient copper . I got a bunch more for Christmas and have test tiles/ test tiny bowls drying so I can test them . I have about 20 combos on my list. Love all your videos. They fire at a hot cone 6 in my studio and I feel my textured turquoise go a bit yellow and patchy but I am going to try the obsidian TT combo and hopefully I get some nice colors. 💕

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi Cindy and thanks for watching. It was sooooo difficult picking my top 10 (well top 11 😆). Storm is lovely and again I use this often too. So many glazes to use and try out - is it any wonder I'm obsessed with Glaze 😆

[@mssmaris24]

Amazing video, especially for me as a beginner potter. Thank you for sharing!

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks so much for watching Mariska. Great to have you along - there's a large back catalogue of beginners tutorials on my channel if you fancy taking a look

[@mssmaris24]

@@thepotterycorner Oh amazing, will do, thanks!

[@shontal_ceramic2830]

I love Amaco . It has changed my ceramic journey

[@thepotterycorner]

Absolutely- I love it too. The best stable glazes that come out right time after time. Thanks so much for watching 😊

[@shontal_ceramic2830]

@@thepotterycorner you are very welcome 🙏

[@joycefischer2761]

Great fun again ... deep firebrick and seaweed works for us especially on on our fish forms. 2x 2 in any order for a slight difference. Thanks Sara.

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi Joyce and great to hear from you again. I was going to put Deep Firebrick in as a Top 10 but in all honesty I don't use it that much. You're right though- you can make great combos with this. 😁

[@helenawiktorsson6706]

Lovely choise! I love blue rutil and all kombinations I can do with it!! But rainforest are closest to my heart❤😊 Blue rutil with ansient jasper and also oatmeal on the rim of a bowl is amazing ! Thanks for all things and ideas you sharing with us/ me❤!!

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks so much Helena. Glad you enjoyed it. I'll try blue Rutile and AJ - thanks for the suggestion 😁

[@helenawiktorsson6706]

AJ and oatmeal on the rim. Both of them. It come out like a eye🤔

[@izabelasymanowicz4955]

Thank you so much! You are my favourite teacher!

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks for watching Izabela - what a lovely comment. Thanks so much 🙏 😊

[@frauscharflein3070]

Hello Sarah, a very good combination for me is also: River Rock (PC 67) under Oatmeal 😊… With Amaco glazes we get so much wunderfull results in soooo much variants of combination. Thank you for this video! Through you I have heard from Amaco glazes and now they are my faforites ☺️… best regards, Ines 🤗

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks so much Ines. I'll try the River Rock and Oatmeal. Interesting combination. I think Amaco are the best on the market for layering and mixing. Much more consistent results than with other brands. Thanks for tuning in again 😊

[@adri83m]

Thank you so much! I just have another 10 favourites 😅 Would love to see more of your beautiful glazes 😍

[@thepotterycorner]

Hey and thanks for watching. There are many many more glaze combinations explained in my kiln opening videos. I go through the combinations of each kiln load of my talented students work - definitely worth a look - thanks so much for tuning in.😊

[@katlady5000]

50/50 mix rainforest and Marigold gives a really pretty green. I do love blue rutile under textured turquoise. The layering combos are endless. You gave me some new ones to try, thank you. I agree with you that Iron lustre under oatmeal is stunning. I'm have to get glacier it's one I haven't tried. Deep Firebrick and Ancient copper would be on my list. It's really hard to keep to a top 10. Great video.

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks for tuning in again. It was really hard choosing the 10 (well 11!) There are just so many amazing glazes. Thanks for your combos I'll see if I've tried those. 😊

[@elinorjanvrin3060]

Cosmic oil spot is a new fave. Smokey merlot is a go to. i just got obsidian and i love it in combo with glazes. I haven't tried ir with Smky Mrlt yet, but I'm definitely going to! Purples are what I'm mostly drawn to

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi Elinor and thanks for watching. Obsidian is a great one to layer- amazing results with lots of Amaco and Mayco Glazes layered together. Have fun making your own combinations. 😊

[@kimberlyknight3428]

Loved the video. Thank you for the information. My favorite right now are: Alabaster, sapphire float, blue rutile, Norse blue, gray opal, ancient copper espresso bean and black walnut.

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks for watching Kimberly- there's loads there I haven't tried- more to add to my with list! 😊

[@janthyer]

Thanks this was great. I wonder if you have ever tried Textured Turquoise with Iron Lustre? I am tempted by results I've seen but you did not mention it.

[@MyMazyCat]

Thank you so much!! I so appreciate your time and knowledge!!

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks so much for watching 😊

[@auroraskies8827]

Thank you for sharing your top 10 Sarah- with examples and test tiles, really helpful. I am a beginner but got into handbuilding because I am fascinated by glazing and the infinite combinations. I will admit to 36 Potters choice and Celadon glazes but I live in the middle of nowhere and I hate ordering online. When I get to civilization, I stock up. I have most of your top 10 and would add ancient copper as my 11th! Sadly it has been discontinued. Mayco are not as expensive as Amaco and I see some interesting combos with those glazes. Just got a sample box of 12 4 oz jars for $35 which seems like a good buy in order to try them out. Anyway, love your videos, you make such a difference to us beginners , and you do make me laugh! I found your thank you spot too. Keep up the great work. Jan

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks so much for your really lovely message. It's messages like yours that make it all worthwhile. Very kind Super Thanks donation. Thanks so much it makes all the difference. I agree about Ancient copper- just used the last of my pot 😞. Stay tuned for more and happy potting. 😊

[@auroraskies8827]

Worth every cent. I always ask for visa gift cards as gifts and can't think of a better way to use up the last few $. Just a note on glazes, Lisa Finkle from Prince Edward Island says that Mayco alabaster is the base for winter wood and so she uses a couple of coats of the base under the winter wood, partly for economy but also to tone down the winter wood as it is quite strong . I think Mayco sometimes mentions the base glaze on their glazing pages which also makes glazing more interesting. I shall investigate further :) @@thepotterycorner

[@Theqazwsxcvb]

Amazing video!

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks so much for watching. 😊

[@susyward581]

Amaco snow is the perfect canvas for painting on as it doesn’t smudge once applied. I have used underglazes, glazes and oxide washes as paints, the design stays in place perfectly, I fire to 1220c

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks for watching Susy. And thanks for your useful comment. It's great that my viewers can share their love of all things clay here. 😊

[@carolynpearce4829]

Awesome video. I do use commercial glazes and have used a lot of these, but mostly I mix dipping glazes. At the city studio where I teach, we are about 50/50 (commercial/mixed), but all are dipping glazes. This video is one of your best. Great information. I like using standing tiles so I can see how glazes work on a vertical surface. Thank you.

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks Carolyn. Great to hear from you again. I do use standing tiles as well but easier to show the tiles. Glad you've found it helpful. Thanks for your kind words 😊

[@ankesander-meyers3714]

I loved your video, so far I have been working a lot with Stroke&Coat. But you have inspired me to venture out and try different glazes. Well done. Thank you.

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks so much for watching Anke. I use one stroke and coat - my blue heaven- it's an OK product but I think the glazes do a better job. Glad I've inspired you 😊

[@kdwalters4146]

What a great video. I recently picked up a pint of Snow, and will be giving it a try. I have always loved Blue Rutile and Oatmeal, and am always amazed at the magic they provide when paired with other glazes. You look amazing and adorable with the Pony tail. Always love seeing what you have going on there in your lil piece of heaven! Thank You Miss S, sending love and New Year Blessings your way!

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks as ever for watching Katie. You are so sweet to be so supportive. I really appreciate it 🥰

[@donnanancarrow4816]

Another great video Sarah. Thank you. You are always so helpful and full of knowledge. I am in full agreement with your choice. For me, another 2 must-haves are Saturation Gold and Ancient Copper. Oh, and I can't forget Deep Olive Speckle. DOS and Obsidian layered as insane and it's my favorite combo right now. !

[@clayeasy]

Thank you for a great video Sarah! Beautiful glazes and really nice that you show how the result comes out. Keep on sharing great pottery vids! Cheers from 🇫🇮

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks so much for watching - always great to get good feedback. Kind of you to drop a comment. 😊

[@desertpotter1003]

Thanks, my favorites also. Spectrum has 2 of my other favorites, Muddy Waters and Texture Autumn.

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks for watching again. I don't use spectrum. I used to have some and didn't get good results. It's interesting how different firing programmes and kilns react with glazes. 🙂

[@lindaseguin9039]

Do you use spectrum muddy waters and textured Autumn together?

[@lindaseguin9039]

Do you use muddy waters and textured Autumn together?

[@thepotterycorner]

@@lindaseguin9039- ooo new glaze to try 😉

[@desertpotter1003]

@@lindaseguin9039 no they are great on their own

[@momadhis]

Wow Thank you for this information !! It takes me long to figure the glazes. I do not have a kiln of my own yet. I could only get Mayco. Just recently I found the Amaco.

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks for watching Adhis - great to have you along 😀.

[@bmora5610]

Hello Sarah. Thank you for your very helpful instruction videos. I've only been at ceramics for 2 years and I'm still making rookie mistakes. All good. I'm currently working on petroglyph pieces and using Amaco Shino Chai Matte, which has worked very well. I hope in the future I can send you photos. Thanks again Barbara Mora Wrightwood, CA

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi Barbara and thanks so much for watching. I have had my eye on the Amaco Shinos too - but will have to get these past my hubby! 😆

[@karenr9680]

Hi Sarah, thanks for a really interesting video. I only use Mayco at the moment so your top 11 Amaco glazes are giving me ideas. My favourite glazes are raspberry mist, Norse blue, lavender mist, midnight rain, aurora green and the light and dark fluxes. Hope you had a lovely Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family. Can’t wait for the next video ❤

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi Karen and thanks for watching. I use Mayco too - I think I might have to do another Top 10 with Mayco! However my first love would be Amaco. I think I fire quite hot for Mayco and have had a few disappointing results which is a little off putting. Great to hear from you and thanks again for tuning in. 😄

[@karenr9680]

@@thepotterycorner yes!!! A top 10 of Mayco would be brilliant 🤩

[@SallyRoperPottery]

Good choice of Top 10. I have most of them. I can't live without Opulence SeaSpray and EggShel, Blue Monday and Amaco Snow. I am heavily influenced by colours of the Caribbean Sea

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks Sally for watching. I haven't any opulence but am thinking of doing a Top 10 Mayco! I would totally be inspired by your beautiful sea 🌊 💙

[@alisadiez1954]

Thank you for the video. The combos are really helpful. My favorite glazes, Blue Rutile, Seaweed and Jade Celadon.

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi Alisa and thanks for watching. Great to hear from you. I think I have most of Amaco's PC and celadon glazes - apart from some of the brown ones - not my favourite colour 😆. Glad this was helpful.

[@Stickers4wallsUK]

Love this Sarah. I would have to put Snow in there tbh. Loving oatmeal over seaweed atm. Interesting unexpected results. X

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks my lovely. I just have far too many to choose from 😆. Going to do a Mayco Top 10 too I think 🤔 xx

[@martinatierney]

Hi Sarah, I've just discovered you and have binge watched lots of your videos over the last few days. Thank you for all your wonderful tuition and for sharing so much knowledge. I'm relatively new to the pottery world, and I wondered if you had a video showing how to actually apply brush on glazes, as I've only ever dipped before? Many thanks.

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi Martina and thanks so much for your very kind words. Funnily enough Part 2 of the Goose jug tutorial is due to come out next week with step by step how to use brush glaze so look out for that one. 😁

[@martinatierney]

@@thepotterycorner Thank you Sarah, I'll look out for it. All the best.

[@LindaGisla]

Happy new year Sarah. Thanks for this video. I have few of these glazes, except glacier, rainforest, cobalt and textured turquoise. I really like glacier and rainforest and may purchase them at some time or another.

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks for watching Linda. Glad you enjoyed it 😀

[@vickiestadler4388]

Loved your video, I am a big Amaco fan, I have many of them, (they layer so beautifully) I have all yours listed with the exception of Textured Turquoise, yet plan on ordering. I love the combo of Colbalt with Ancient Copper on top third also I love Ancient Jasper on rim of many of the glazes. Especially love making bowls because I love to layer and I don't have to worry so much about glaze getting on shelves.

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks for tuning in Vicki's. I love AJ on rims too - there were just so many wonderful Amaco glazes to choose from it was hard to pick 10 (well 11!) 😁

[@vickiestadler4388]

Also, I use Pintrest and kiln openings often. People are so generous to share their glaze ideas, including you. That is how I found you! ☺️ I love that people are willing to share!!!

[@user-qe2xm1ws7m]

Hi Sarah-watched your latest Top 10 Glazes video yesterday and thought it fantastic as de-mystified how glazes react with each other and how so many results can be achieved. Looking forward to getting back to the beautiful clay in Feb. PS- loved your outfit 😄

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks so much for watching. Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for your kind words 😊

[@brigittedusserrebresson1962]

Why no red or yellow? Anyhow thanks for your experimentations and explainations, quite attractive and clear.

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi Brigitte. I find red glazes pretty tricky. There isn't much that I like. Amaco Marigold is OK but not my favourite colour. Thanks for watching 😊

[@joannpounders5567]

Great glaze video Sarah! I have most of your top 10 and love them all. Need to add Rainforest & Glacier to my selection for texture and underglaze transfers, as you have demonstrated here. Have you tried Oatmeal over Blue Rutile? It's gorgeous; really intensifies the blues! Also love oatmeal over Amaco's River Rock PC67. I would have to add some Mayco to my top 10 list. Norse Blue (SW166) is very nice and looks great in combination with Seaweed & Obsidain. And Birch (SW131) is a very nice satiny, creamy beige-ish color on its own and works great in many combinations. Thanks for your videos. I always find useful information in each one of them!

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi Josnn and thanks for tuning in again. I had so many glazes to chose from it was really hard to pick the Top 10 (well 11!😆). I'll have to try your suggestions and order Norse Blue. 😄

[@crispy6322]

Thanks Sarah! That was very interesting and confirms that I made some good choices along the line. As if I don't have enough glazes yet, it appears I am missing Glacier and Rainforest!! Will it ever stop?🤣

[@crispy6322]

OH and that purple will be one for my friend Jeanette @farforestceramics!!

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi and thanks so much for watching. I'm afraid to report that glazes are addictive - I'm afraid to count mine - need an GA meeting ! 😄

[@crispy6322]

@@thepotterycorner 🤣🤣😂😂 I'll be there!

[@jokemp1225]

Hi Sarah that was such an informative video thank you. Do you have a top ten of earthenware glazes?

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi Jo and thanks for watching. I don't use any earthenware in my studio - just stoneware and porcelain (for which I use the stoneware glazes). Sorry I can't help with that. 😊

[@laurencegensoli-bouillon2609]

Merci Sarah, très intéressant votre top 10! Dommage qu'en France on ait vraiment beaucoup de difficulté d'approvisionnement... le plus apprécié pour mes clients est le PC 23; moi, j'aime beaucoup le PC 25... 😍

[@thepotterycorner]

Merci Beaucoup Laurence. Thanks for watching 😊

[@bobm2331]

Great video. Where do you get the catus transfers?

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks for watching. I think they're an Elan Transfers design but could be Ceramica Transfers. Hope that helps 😊

[@williamblack4611]

This is an excellent video, I just love it. Do you tend to brush or dip.

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi William and thanks for watching. I always brush on - I think you get a better finish and a more consistent result. i find with dipping that you can get a lot of different thicknesses if poured. Glad you found this video useful.😀

[@kateneville2917]

Thank you for this video! ❤ I did not catch what you are firing these glazes to. Cone 6?

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi Kate and thanks for watching. Yes, I fire to cone 6 - top temperature is 1225 degrees centigrade. Thanks for asking. Hope it was helpful 😊

[@craftedsurprise4759]

I love the way to teach - you are clear, thank you. May I ask, I am starting with Stoneware Clay Cone 10, can Amaco be fired to cone 10?

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi and thanks for watching. Amaco are generally Cone 5 to 6 glazes. I've not tried taking them to cone 10 I'm afraid so I can't really give guidance. There is an Amaco-Brent Facebook page that may be able to assist. Hope that helps you 😊

[@sallycook4386]

Excellent video- very inspirational. What cone are you firing to?

[@thepotterycorner]

Thanks so much for watching Sally. Glad it was helpful 😊

[@sallycook4386]

@@thepotterycorner Hi what come we’re you firing to?

[@thepotterycorner]

@@sallycook4386 - glaze firing to 1212 degrees centigrade. It's a high cone 6 😍

[@crimblelunt7990]

Hi Sarah, thank you for this video. I am awaiting the arrival of a kiln so am obsessed with all things glaze! I prefer a matt finish, do you have any recommendations for this?

[@thepotterycorner]

Hiya and thanks for watching. I do have some matt glazes so I could do a video on these. Watch this space! 😁

[@carolgearing6634]

What temperature are you firing these glazes at please. You have lovely results

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi Carol. My Glaze program goes to 1225 degrees centigrade. My kiln is hotter at the bottom where it's a full cone 6 and cooler at the top where its 5.5. Thanks for watching. Hope that helps 😊

[@everydaysaschool-day7517]

Hi Sarah, what cone do you take these to when you fire them please?

[@thepotterycorner]

Hiya and thanks for watching. I glaze fire to 1212 degrees centigrade which in my kiln is a cone 6. I have reduced my firing from 1225 degrees as it was too hot for some of the glaze colours. Hope that helps 😊👍

[@mudmagic407]

Hey Sarah! Great video. Can I pls just ask with blue rutile being a pc do u take all 3 coats to the bottom? Did it run? Thanks hun. Yr Aussie friend in clay Nat xx

[@thepotterycorner]

Hi Nat - great to hear from you again. Blue Rutile is stable - no problem. Might not stay stable if underneath one of the movers and shakers like Oatmeal or Seaweed for instance. 😊

[@nonya4754]

Hi! Are these your 10 (+bonus) AMACO glazes or top 10 overall glazes? 😎😎 Cuz, we could use a list of your MAYCO, Spectrum, Opulence, or any other glazes too! *Yes, I'm just begging for more of your superior videos!

[@thepotterycorner]

Ha ha - I'm already planning a Mayco Top 10 due to popular demand! These 10 (well 11) are more or less the glazes we use in the studio everyday - and they mix and layer really well. Thanks so much for making me chuckle 😁

[@thatoldbiddy2]

So cute you thought not to show favorites....😃

[@thepotterycorner]

Sooo hard to choose just 10 (well 11!) Thanks for watching 😊

[@DebraUyesaka]

Love all your choices. I’ve been working with clay only 1 year and have over 150 glazes! Addicted! I made a studio in my big garage and produce up to 4 pieces daily. I now know my calling, and obsession! You are a wonderful teacher,, speaker and overall lovely! Thank you, I have binge watched your videos and am thrilled..

[@DebraUyesaka]

Oh, I live in Solvang, California from Santa Barbara 3 years ago

[@thepotterycorner]

@@DebraUyesaka hi Debra and thanks for watching. You really are obsessed with Glaze. I've not counted mine for a while but I haven't got as many as you 😆. Thanks for your lovely words- much appreciated. 😊