Trimming Pottery 101

Тәжірибелік нұсқаулар және стиль

I have a very particular way of trimming pots, developed over almost 15 years of making. In this video, I want to discuss that approach, show my techniques, and talk about subtle tips and tricks that help the process of turning and finish pots at the leather hard stage.
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Part 1: How to centre the clay: • How to Center Clay - A...
Part 2: How to open up and form the base: • How to Open Up Centred...
Part 3: How to pull up the walls: • How to Pull Up The Wal...
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Timecodes:
0:00 - Introduction
0:38 - The clays condition...
1:18 - Assessing the pot's weight before trimming
1:54 - How to centre the pot / how to TAP centre
5:20 - How to slip the pot onto the wheel
6:09 - Discussing turning tools (steel)
6:34 - How to hold the turning tool
7:31 - Finishing the inside of the pot
9:55 - How to remove the pot from the wheel
11:24 - Using a 'spinner' to hold the pot down
11:52 - Discussing turning tools (tungsten carbide)
13:20 - How to secure the pot in place with clay
14:18 - Trimming the outside walls of the bowl
16:20 - Finishing the foot of the bowl
20:03 - The finished vessel
21:05 - CLEAN UP

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  • @juanQuedo
    @juanQuedo10 ай бұрын

    who doesn't watch till the end? outrageous

  • @mariacatalano5252
    @mariacatalano52522 ай бұрын

    I am taking potting lessons and have learned more from you than my instructor. Your demos are clear and have helped me so much. Thank you!

  • @katewainwright3386
    @katewainwright338610 ай бұрын

    I began my potting journey 9 lessons ago! I feel that your videos and clear explanations and demonstrations have helped me enormously. Thank you

  • @floriangadsby

    @floriangadsby

    10 ай бұрын

    So pleased to hear so! Comments like that make the whole process of filming and making these films feel very worthwhile. It takes me out of my normal practice quite considerably but has perhaps allowed me to have a greater influence worldwide? I used to watch pottery videos when I was a student and they helped a tremendous amount, so it's a good feeling making videos for others who might use them in the same way. Thanks for watching and all the best potting!

  • @viviteshome9983

    @viviteshome9983

    10 ай бұрын

    I agree with you. I am very new to pottery. The videos are very helpful. I can't wait to got to class and do what was taught here. I also appreciate your videos a great deal. Thank you so much. By the way yes I did watched till the end. Very engaging video!

  • @drakeface

    @drakeface

    10 ай бұрын

    ​@@floriangadsby in college, I watched a lot of Hsinchuen Lin and it really influenced how I approach throwing and pottery. I teach now and sometimes I'm hesitant to show your videos to total beginners--it's inevitable someone gets HOOKED on your level of technical throwing & trimming and expectations skyrocket 😅 Truly, your videos are an incredible resource, and a good lesson that it's all about practice and cumulative, hard-earned experience--pots like this just aren't made in the first 8 weeks, and yet, even you started where my beginners are. Thank you.

  • @laurylannedubin7003
    @laurylannedubin700320 күн бұрын

    Just loved it. The hollowing out of foot is the most difficult part, and super fun. It is one of my goals to get better at it. I thought I did a good job until I noticed a dome on the inside of my teacup! You have such amazing attention to detail and a lovely way of speaking. Loved seeing your doggie 4x in this video. He is the cutest.

  • @casandra3267
    @casandra3267Ай бұрын

    Watched till the end. I enjoyed all the pup cameos!

  • @lisapeck2594
    @lisapeck259410 ай бұрын

    Trimming is magic… and your videos reveal that magic, beautifully!

  • @melissahumble4294
    @melissahumble429423 күн бұрын

    I’m re-beginning my pottery journey (after a 15 year hiatus) and your videos truly inspire me about what is possible with time and practice! Thank you for taking such care in filming and explaining what you’re doing. The quality of these videos is amazing!

  • @TheAlanlandes
    @TheAlanlandes10 ай бұрын

    Yes, watched the whole thing. Really love the intensity your cute dog shows in the process. Your videos are clear and precise. Thanks.

  • @emilyduensing2370
    @emilyduensing23702 ай бұрын

    made to the end; mesmerizing - I'll never reach your level of finesse but I enjoy these videos so much

  • @emilykuehl4871
    @emilykuehl48714 күн бұрын

    watched until the end--thank you. So helpful.

  • @jordanwhite352
    @jordanwhite3522 күн бұрын

    Love the random pets.

  • @metathetrashcan365
    @metathetrashcan36510 ай бұрын

    As I've been helping my old ceramics teacher with his classes, these videos have been a great resource to tell others about. Thank you for making both my journey and the students journeys easier Florian!

  • @dianeuranowski3694
    @dianeuranowski369410 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the video; it made me take pause and consider what I'm doing automatically, out of habit when I'm trimming. I was amazed that you trimmed 11 ounces off of this pot as I have always been very focused on throwing as thinly as possible but never considered trimming inside of the pot. It's always good to reassess what we do and how we're doing it to get fresh ideas; thanks for this.😊

  • @floriangadsby

    @floriangadsby

    10 ай бұрын

    What a wonderful comment! I feel exactly the same when I watch videos by other potters. There's no RIGHT way of making pottery, but seeing how other minds figure out ways of doing things is fascinating - the fact this video did that for you makes all he effort spent creating it completely worth it. Thanks for taking the time to watch!

  • @ginkolee9600
    @ginkolee96002 ай бұрын

    Thanks. Yes, all the way to the end. All good.

  • @Dr.Stilley
    @Dr.Stilley6 ай бұрын

    Really helpful! Thank you. Yes, I made it to the end. : )

  • @seeingredtanya
    @seeingredtanya10 ай бұрын

    That’s a great step by step. As a potter of 3 years, I’ve been starting to teach some of the new guild members, and this would be a great guide to follow. Thanks!

  • @floriangadsby

    @floriangadsby

    10 ай бұрын

    Thank you! I hope the video helps! And point them towards my beginner's guide if they haven't already seen it - that may help a little more.

  • @alibarmar
    @alibarmar5 ай бұрын

    Thank you! I have just enough courage to go and trim my first pots! Yes, I made it. to the end! Cheers!

  • @lornapenn-chester6867
    @lornapenn-chester686710 ай бұрын

    Brilliant!

  • @kristinamanning5395
    @kristinamanning539510 ай бұрын

    Not only did I make it to the end, but I rewound to watch several parts twice. Thanks for this lovely tutorial!

  • @sou8063
    @sou806310 ай бұрын

    Have regularly made it to the end ever since i started watching you a couple years ago, and while i think I’ll never practice pottery even as a hobby i find the process remarkably beautiful, and your narration and clear way of explaining every step has helped to get me hooked on the progression of each pot every time. Thanks a lot for putting out these videos! ❤

  • @katherineantinucci4748
    @katherineantinucci47484 ай бұрын

    Your explanations are a delight!

  • @rbr2023
    @rbr202310 ай бұрын

    This is wonderful❤ I actually prefer trimming to throwing, I think it’s the transformation that I love 😊

  • @sgriffith3912
    @sgriffith39122 ай бұрын

    Great video! And your dog is super cute!

  • @user-ij2um2oj7g
    @user-ij2um2oj7g2 ай бұрын

    Thanks! 😄

  • @leezlooh
    @leezlooh9 ай бұрын

    I watched to the end and am planning to rewatch: a fascinating process extremely well explained

  • @katekramer7679
    @katekramer767910 ай бұрын

    Watched to the end 😉 Great video

  • @hannahloveceramics
    @hannahloveceramics10 ай бұрын

    Make it to the end! Thank you for the video!

  • @floriangadsby

    @floriangadsby

    10 ай бұрын

    🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

  • @kimchiravioli
    @kimchiravioli4 ай бұрын

    So helpful...from beginning to end

  • @yellowperil6307
    @yellowperil63076 ай бұрын

    Yes to the end!

  • @darkmann12
    @darkmann1210 ай бұрын

    I made it to the end! I'm not a potter at all but I soak in this stuff, I love learning even if it's not immediately useful. Plus, I could listen to your voice forever!

  • @veronicamonnin9866
    @veronicamonnin98669 ай бұрын

    Your videos help me a lot, always watch until the end, thank you!!!

  • @ignaciocalzada4456
    @ignaciocalzada445610 ай бұрын

    Hasta el final Flori¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡

  • @janitahall-swadley8169
    @janitahall-swadley816910 ай бұрын

    Made it all the way to the end, as always. I love watching your videos. I'm back in art class for the remainder of the semester, and your videos are so helpful. You are a truly gifted teacher, as well as ceramist, and I am so glad you are willing to offer your insights for all of us who are still learning. A real treasure. For me, trimming is a necessary evil, and I guess that is because I am not very good at it. I prefer the throwing stage, and opening my kiln, of course. I get to see all of the hard work come "alive." I'm really looking forward to reading your book next month when it releases here in the US. It will become a valuable reference in my studio. Thank you!

  • @ZingDiggit
    @ZingDiggit10 ай бұрын

    Thank you for your amazing tutorials 😊

  • @floriangadsby

    @floriangadsby

    10 ай бұрын

    Welcome! I hope they help!

  • @MadameMilin
    @MadameMilin5 ай бұрын

    So nice ! J'ai regardé jusqu'à la fin. 👍

  • @martahugas7473
    @martahugas747310 ай бұрын

    Till the end. And probably I will watch it again, because your detailed explanations are great, and because it's really nice to watch. Thank you!!

  • @floriangadsby

    @floriangadsby

    10 ай бұрын

    Glad to have you onboard! Thanks for taking the time to watch.

  • @Bethman
    @Bethman10 ай бұрын

    Watched to the end. I always do. This is so helpful! Thank you.

  • @maluciolemaluciole6207
    @maluciolemaluciole620710 ай бұрын

    I watch tour vidéos ALWAYS to the end. I vegan pottery as an amateur one year ago and tour vidéos are si precious to sée mouvements, processes, advices etc.. i even made a team pot ❤ Thanks you so much for your videos

  • @joshuabaker6654
    @joshuabaker66546 ай бұрын

    Just finished after starting this video a few days ago. The results are aspirational. I haven't thrown any pots yet but am looking forward to a first class in a few months. My hope is these videos and your results will keep me motivated through the learning curve, and maybe even hasten the curve just a bit, by watching how potters' hands are positioned and how they move.

  • @BerlinSus
    @BerlinSus10 ай бұрын

    Made it to the end and love it. Thanks for teaching!

  • @emmaprophet2881
    @emmaprophet288110 ай бұрын

    Great video. Your ability to explain the process is excellent. I always watch to the end. Work is not done until clean up is done

  • @sofievanherle4570
    @sofievanherle457010 ай бұрын

    made it again!!!

  • @koolkillarz
    @koolkillarz9 ай бұрын

    I made it to the end! Engrossed the entire time.

  • @TeresaBaileypolymath
    @TeresaBaileypolymath10 ай бұрын

    I always make it to the end. It is a treat to get to see Ciro peeking into the process!

  • @mariaradasoto9388
    @mariaradasoto938810 ай бұрын

    Loved it! Thank you. Made it till the end

  • @floriangadsby

    @floriangadsby

    10 ай бұрын

    Thank you! That means a lot!

  • @hardwareful
    @hardwareful10 ай бұрын

    Narration got smoother, Florian. Thanks for putting in the effort :)

  • @floriangadsby

    @floriangadsby

    10 ай бұрын

    Haha! I figured out a few things I can change - spent MUCH longer fitting all the audio clips together, glad you picked up on it! Thanks for watching!

  • @laurafay1706
    @laurafay17062 ай бұрын

    So informative and helped me to see why I have had some not so nice trimming results. Thank you for your detailed explanations and reasons why. I learn so much from your videos!

  • 10 ай бұрын

    I just had my second pottery class this morning. I feel like your videos have given me a huge leg up. Thank you!

  • @vclatimoore9564
    @vclatimoore956410 ай бұрын

    I love your videos

  • @Kasiabobasia
    @Kasiabobasia10 ай бұрын

    It’s like you knew I was looking for this exact type of video 😆 great timing. Thanks!

  • @floriangadsby

    @floriangadsby

    10 ай бұрын

    Good timing then! Good luck trimming, I hope this video was useful!

  • @katekramer7679
    @katekramer767910 ай бұрын

    I'm so glad you used the happy mistake at 7:58! Such a perfect visualization.

  • @SparkleInMoonlight
    @SparkleInMoonlight9 ай бұрын

    Excellent video. Thank you for making it 🙂 I find it very helpful.

  • @joangopin4022
    @joangopin40224 ай бұрын

    I'm just starting to learn. I have had 2 classes and am already hooked on throwing. Your videos are great! Thanks. And yes, I watched all the way to the end!

  • @pauljernberg9863
    @pauljernberg98635 ай бұрын

    Thank you, very helpful to the end!

  • @devandestudios128
    @devandestudios12810 ай бұрын

    Now that is an informative video man. In depth and demonstrated for clarity.

  • @mgpot
    @mgpot4 ай бұрын

    Thank you Florian 🌿always to the end !

  • @ninaeve9580
    @ninaeve95808 ай бұрын

    I could listen to you speak all day. I love your passion and how eloquently you explain the process! Definitely got to subscribe now ☺️

  • @bumblingwombat
    @bumblingwombat4 ай бұрын

    love your work, its a pleasure to listen to you teach and give guidance

  • @tinasworld2507
    @tinasworld25076 ай бұрын

    I made it till the end of almost every one, love them all! I'm very new at the wheel, have loved hand building and giving this a try...

  • @user-sw1rq2xi8g
    @user-sw1rq2xi8g7 ай бұрын

    Mesmerizing to watch! Informative and inspiring. And adorable puppy shots as a bonus!

  • @andrewgibler1862
    @andrewgibler18622 ай бұрын

    Made it to the end. I learn so much from your videos, and have really enjoyed your book, too! Thank you!

  • @vivienstratton4280
    @vivienstratton428010 ай бұрын

    Just wonderful - thank you. I have had no trimming tuition and watching yiu has an as seed several of my questions…. 🙏🙏🙏

  • @roeted
    @roeted10 ай бұрын

    Not only did I make it to the end, I loved it! I’ve been learning so much from you. Thank you! I actually make about 190 cups as wedding favors for our wedding (which was just 2 weeks ago and was a Huge success and everyone loved the ceramics). I feel like making 190+ of the same piece definitely leveled up my skills but I learn something in every one of your videos. Thanks again!

  • @lperwas
    @lperwas10 ай бұрын

    Made it to the end! I just wanted to say I appreciate how well your script lined up with your demonstrations in the video! It really helped keep the process clear. Thanks for an awesome and informative video!

  • @floriangadsby

    @floriangadsby

    10 ай бұрын

    Aha! Thank you! It's funny really... I film a lot of hand flapping and pointing and then edit it and make the audio match those moments - it makes a big difference I think when what's being spoken about is actually being shown. Appreciate you taking the time to watch!

  • @thebackwardpointinggodwit8080
    @thebackwardpointinggodwit808010 ай бұрын

    To the end. As always. All good too.

  • @floriangadsby

    @floriangadsby

    10 ай бұрын

    🖤

  • @jaimwah
    @jaimwah10 ай бұрын

    I always make it to the end.I love trimming it feels like sculpting and yes a nice clean job .

  • @alexandraframe6493
    @alexandraframe649310 ай бұрын

    I learned so much. I look forward to watching you, there a calm relaxing tone in your voice that makes it so easy to understand. Beautiful shape on your finished piece. Can’t wait till I get your book. Thank you.

  • @lissarhea959
    @lissarhea95910 ай бұрын

    21:24 😂 made it to the end Your videos are my favorite. I started pottery 5 months ago and feel your videos have helped me immensely to improve. The way you explain why you do things a certain way hells me understand clay better.

  • @mikepetersen7319
    @mikepetersen731910 ай бұрын

    Good Tutorial as always. I also like all the delicate edges you made on this piece.

  • @floriangadsby

    @floriangadsby

    10 ай бұрын

    Cheers Mike!

  • @davideisenbud3531
    @davideisenbud35317 ай бұрын

    Wonderful tutorial-and just what I needed at my current stage!

  • @ingrid-
    @ingrid-10 ай бұрын

    I‘m new in pottery and I love and hate trimming at the same time 😂 I love it because it‘s soo satisfying and in the end it looks so beautiful. I hate it because its so difficult 🙈 Sometimes I feel it‘s more difficult than throwing. I made myself a chuck with your video but I ruined the mugs‘ rims, maybe they were to soft. And always the mugs fly away even if the 3 clay pieces are attached to the bottom 😂 But I will practice until it‘s easy! ❤ Thank you for your videos ❤️❤️❤️

  • @user-xl3wd2vb1g
    @user-xl3wd2vb1g9 ай бұрын

    I am new to pottery with so much to learn. It's both exciting and intimidating. Your videos are very helpful and clear. I especially liked your detailed demonstration of the trimming process. Thank you!

  • @clarabisson7299
    @clarabisson729910 ай бұрын

    I made it to the end of the video, I always really like watching and you are among my favorite creators. I do blacksmithing and have learned most of what I know from another creators on KZread like Black Bear Forge, Joey van der Steeg, and Torbjörn Åhman. The quality and detail of your videos really shows the process well. The way you give such concise information really illustrates what is going on

  • @kb3239
    @kb32396 ай бұрын

    I have not learned to love trimming. I hope to enjoy it more 😅

  • @solenegodin8836
    @solenegodin883610 ай бұрын

    Made it to the end, thank you so much for your tutorials, they are great help.

  • @yu-chenwang2867
    @yu-chenwang28679 ай бұрын

    You make the process so graceful. Thanks for the detailed descriptions and steps.

  • @nora-mp5op
    @nora-mp5op5 ай бұрын

    thank you so much florian! this video was super super helpful! I appreciate your detailed way of teaching :)

  • @waellazkani
    @waellazkani6 ай бұрын

    so so interesting. very very helpful

  • @stevedahlgren
    @stevedahlgren9 ай бұрын

    great tutorial all the way through to the end. Thank you!

  • @TheDutchPotter
    @TheDutchPotter9 ай бұрын

    Yes, watched until the end. Thanks for the video, very clear explanation.

  • @floriangadsby

    @floriangadsby

    9 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much!

  • @lshawndavis
    @lshawndavis10 ай бұрын

    As a new potter, I can say that I am not a fan of trimming at all! I have trimmed through the bottom of two pots, I have created uneven feet, and somehow I have ruined more than a few sidewalls by trimming badly. Your video makes it look so easy and then I remind myself how much more experience you have…and that you likely had difficulties in the beginning too. This video, in particular, is one I will watch again and again to help me learn to improve. I am not giving up - and I know that with practice and helpful tutorials like this, I will become the potter I want to be ❤

  • @spikeboy101

    @spikeboy101

    13 күн бұрын

    You got this! I hate trimming too. It's tedious and arduous getting everything right. It helps to try to be very, very cautious with every step and also getting creative with fixing holes in the base by adding new clay and adding clay to accidental trimmings 👍 I'm considering getting a trimming clamp cuz it's too time consuming

  • @PaulByrne-ev2zm
    @PaulByrne-ev2zm10 ай бұрын

    Great tutorial. Very clear and structured. Thank you.

  • @GwladysEACV
    @GwladysEACV9 ай бұрын

    Thank you Florian. I watched till the end and it was, as usual, really helpful and well explained

  • @snowballeffect7812
    @snowballeffect781210 ай бұрын

    Loved all the puppy shots :)

  • @mcoolgamer12
    @mcoolgamer1210 ай бұрын

    Not a potter, however your videos are just simply relaxing to watch. Thank you. :)

  • @floriangadsby

    @floriangadsby

    10 ай бұрын

    So pleased to hear so! Thanks for taking the time to watch.

  • @xbaczewska4197
    @xbaczewska41979 ай бұрын

    I have watched this repeatedly (and of course, each time to the end!). You give us such helpful knowledge in such a concise way. There's nothing extraneous here, which really helps one absorb the info necessary for a good trim. Thanks once again.

  • @Ltchg
    @Ltchg10 ай бұрын

    Aw that is one sweet puppy!

  • @juliejoanlanne8322
    @juliejoanlanne832210 ай бұрын

    I make it to the end 😉 and, as always, it was a pleasure to watch your video. Thanks for sharing ! 👌

  • @nickhopes8821
    @nickhopes882110 ай бұрын

    Yes got to the end. Great tutorial.

  • @xbaczewska4197
    @xbaczewska419710 ай бұрын

    Of course, i watched to the end! A few times. Great information, with all the whys and wherefores addressed. Trimming is my fave process, too, tho look forward to getting much better at it. Very helpful tutorial. Thanks as always.

  • @charliewilluhn2090
    @charliewilluhn209010 ай бұрын

    Such a good video, thanks so much for all the knowledge and tipps and tricks :) your work is truly amazing

  • @camillejarlaud8734
    @camillejarlaud87345 ай бұрын

    Make it to the end, actually watch the all playlist to the end ^^ My rims have changed quite a bit ;) So relaxing and useful to watch your videos ! Thank you

  • @caljcam
    @caljcam9 ай бұрын

    I would love to see a breakdown of the various trimming tools that you use!

  • @samanthasobchuk1836
    @samanthasobchuk18368 ай бұрын

    amazing videos man!! After a beginners class I'm spending some solo time at the wheel and diving head first into your videos because your explanations and demos are so helpful! I'm no where near trimming anything but couldn't stop watching your videos. So fantastic, thanks for your effort and generosity putting together and teaching these lessons!

  • @susan9594
    @susan95943 ай бұрын

    Love your videos. They are so well videoed. The viewer can see every step. I am taking a 6 week pottery beginners class and the instruction is good but not detailed like this. Thank you.

  • @lauratrygar8508
    @lauratrygar850810 ай бұрын

    I made it to the end - again. I have been doing ceramics for about 6 months now. Some days I love trimming and others it is a struggle. It was good to come back and rewatch and relearn. Thanks for your great videos.

  • @floriangadsby

    @floriangadsby

    10 ай бұрын

    That never changes, I still have good days and bad days too but they get less frequent. Thanks so much for watching and all the very best potting! 🙌🏻

  • @user-sp5ug1nk2l
    @user-sp5ug1nk2l10 ай бұрын

    So helpful and informative. I learn something new with every video.

  • @floriangadsby

    @floriangadsby

    10 ай бұрын

    So glad to hear that! Thanks for taking the time to watch 🙌🏻

  • @drewsipher
    @drewsipher10 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much. Your videos help me learn in new ways that's hard to do at my studio. The experienced potters now look at me weird as I tap center my pots. 😂

  • @andystairmand9023
    @andystairmand902310 ай бұрын

    I always make it to the end. Love how informative this more in depth look at trimming is. Your boldness with your tools is pretty awe inspiring, though do you find yourself getting frustrated when you inevitably sometimes go to far?

  • @debo986
    @debo98610 ай бұрын

    Thank you! Trimming is always a bit hit and miss for me which makes it less enjoyable but now I can’t wait to get to class to try out some of what you’ve demonstrated.

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