How to Make a Pottery Teapot from Start to Finish
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- Опубликовано: 2 авг 2024
- This film shows how my stoneware straight sided, stepped teapots are made from beginning to end. It includes every little single step along the way and is a long video, my longest yet in fact, so do let me know if you manage to watch it all the way through to the end and least I forget, Happy New Year!
If you'd like to see what I'm up to daily check out my Instagram: / floriangadsby
If you'd like to watch a video that explains the reduction firing process in a lot more detail you can find that here: • Loading and Reduction ...
Timecodes:
00:00 - Introduction
00:30 - Wedging clay for teapot bodies
01:18 - Throwing teapot body
07:07 - Preparing clay for lids
08:05 - Reversing measured callipers
08:20 - Throwing lid
10:19 - Throwing spout
12:12 - Unwrapping components from drying overnight
13:56 - Trimming the teapot body and lid
18:15 - Demonstrating how the lid's hole functions
20:29 - Attaching the spout to the teapot body
25:44 - Pulling and attaching the handle
31:34 - Carving the handle and quality control
33:31 - Packing the electric kiln for a bisque firing to 1000ºc
33:44 - Unpacking the electric kiln
35:10 - Waxing the teapot
36:38 - Mixing up glaze
37:10 - Glazing the teapot
38:28 - Cleaning up the glazed lid and body
41:23 - Preparing the waddings for the lid
42:00 - Packing the gas kiln
43:05 - Firing the gas kiln to 1290ºc, (cone ten)
45:18 - Unpacking the gas kiln
45:33 - Sanding the base of the teapot
46:49 - Removing the waddings
47:09 - Using valve grinding paste to smooth the join
47:59 - Making a cup of of tea, (earl grey)
48:52 - The finished teapot
My wadding recipe is: 50% china clay/kaolin, 50% coarse alumina hydrate. Mix together slowly and then combine with water very slowly, as it seems to turn to a liquid very easily, so add less than you think.
The gas kiln is a Rohde KG-340, my potter's wheel is a Rohde HMT 500 and my electric kiln is a Rohde TE-200.
Thanks for watching!
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Website - www.floriangadsby.com 
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I’m always astounded by not just your skill and talent, but your willingness to take the time and energy to share your processes with us. I have learned so much from you that I use in my potting. Thank you!
Such a kind comment, thank you Kate, it really means a lot.
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A feature-length documentary on making a teapot. For free. On RUclips. Made by the smoothest and calmest voice britain has to offer. I bow in awe and recognition. If only I could catch one of your shop restocks!
I too tip my hat to you.
I didn’t even realise that I had just watched an hour long video- I was so engaged in this masterpiece that I didn’t realise the time! Your ability is so impressive and I’m in awe of how gorgeous all of these pots were. I aspire to be like you one day! Thank you for this :)
I've never thought about, or looked at pottery making in my life, but I can say that I'm glad this was recommended to me, what an amazing way to spend 50 minutes
After watching the whole video, I'm still mesmerized by your effort and technique every time. Each and every step has careful consideration of not only it's functionality but design too. I'd love to have a set from you one day!❤️
what a lovely way to start my day before heading into the studio 🥺 thank you, florian!
I was feeling empty and shit. after watching this I feel good and productive.
I'm new to pottery, and I've been watching and watching several potters. You've quickly become my favourite to watch. Thank you for sharing your skill, craft, and words.
I know the amount of work that must go into this video and I want to tell you how much I appreciate it. Thank you.
That means a lot. Thanks for watching! 🙌🏻
This is an incredible video Florian. I am always amazed that you are able to put out such high quality and educational content, while also being able to produce such perfect work as a production potter. I have learned so much from your videos, and your channel has really helped me improve my skills as a potter.
The color of the pots is very reminiscent of Korean celadon, I love it. Thank you for showing us this process from beginning to end
watching your videos is my therapy these days!
Pottery is something I’ve always wanted to do but never had the chance to try,
The way you share the process in detail is just amazing! Watched it till the end
If I’ll ever start this it’s gonna be because of you 😊
thank you Florian
Im an art student and i’m so very interested in pottery, it is so satisfying when the aesthetically pleasing features of your products come to life! Will try to make this teapot when I’ve gotten more familiar with the clay medium :)
i love this! i started taking a ceramics class at school and these videos have been really helpful to learn new techniques and get inspiration. i love the unique style, i might try to make a teapot soon!
You've got to give it a go, they're such fun things to make. Good luck and thanks for watching.
I hate how I just click on one of these videos and it becomes void time. Like, it's too relaxing!
I am an engineer and recently taken up ceramics. This man is the only master that speaks to my hearth. His patience and precision is so pleasing. Wish he took me as apprentice!
I didn’t think i would watch this video entirely.. but i ended up doing so anyway because the whole process and video has a beautiful rhythm and pace to it. I enjoyed it a lot!
The sound the lid makes when you put it on after brewing the tea is so satisfying....
People with real talent such as yourself rarely receive the accolades one deserves. Fantastic video!
I understand everyone talking about the footage and pottery, but man you do very entertaining voice overs. So calm and put together. Nice to unwind with.
I love how meticulous you are with your work. The end results are a testament to your attention to detail. Thank for these VERY informative videos ( have watched three thus far).
Amazing! Just started pottery and it was an emotional connection. I’m hooked. I look to one day be able to do what you are doing. You make it look so easy! There is a peace that comes over creating. I do a lot of praying while I am on the wheel!
your forms are so beautiful. i can imagine a cup of tea coming from this pot somehow being warmer and more cozy than any other cup. thank you for all the effort you put into showing us this
I am embarking into the world of pottery and you have made me realise it is for me. You take care and professionalism over your pieces. Thank you for sharing your skills. I can’t wait to get to my wheel.
Just finished my teapot for my a-level course inspired by your angular forms…perfect timing video to reflect my own making process!
Happy new year my dude, may it be filled with trimmings, bloopers, Bison tools and glazes
Thank you so much that was so informative quite an educational video for potters, also, the tone of your voice is very relaxing. Thank you.
I am astonished about the complexity. You make me understand/appreciate the craft more and more with each video.
I made my first teapot a few weeks ago so I understand how much work it is. Loved to see how you work and where you put your attention on!
Thank you for sharing your process with such care and detail. You are such a guide in my pottery journey. I often find myself teary at the very end of your videos - I think because it all feels so beautiful and thoughtful and deeply considered. So many parts and pieces of the masterpiece of your work and the way you bring us along for a close look into it. Thank you!
Such an unusual teapot!! I’m back to throwing after being away from it for 45!years!! Watched your video no less than 5 times. Gonna attempt it.
I think I've seen you go through parts of this - maybe one bit for lidded jars and another part for cups - in earlier content. Nice to have all the teapot stuff tied neatly together. Many thanks and happy new year.
This is beautiful and it always gives me so much joy when I know exactly what your doing because I myself am a potter and I love it so much. I am only 12 years old and the feeling when I know what your doing shows me that I’m a real artist now. So thank so much for making these beautiful pieces of art and sharing it with all of us
Oh wow I’ve never gotten my comment liked by the creator thank you!!!!
leaving a comment before watching the full video, thank you again for all the work put into your craft, and the videos too. all of it is truly incredible and tended to like a well trimmed foot on a piece of pottery:)
I did some pottery in a high school ECA. Still using some of the pieces made there today. Your videos reminded me of the satisfaction I felt from that work, that I lack in my engineers office job today. Feeling the flow of material under the fingertips was always uplifting.
You also put in the effort at places that I didn't enjoy that much. ^^
I've never been so mesmerized by something. You have such a beautiful skill.
Now this is a teapot I would love to have!
It's my dream to make a teapot one day, but as I only started in February 2022, I still have some practising to do first.
Great advice, and beautiful work! Thanks!
Incredible, fascinating and wonderful to watch such skill.
intense! inspiring, educational and soothing. TY!
This piece is my favorite I must say. I really love teapots and this one is just beautiful !
I was wondering if you intend to throw these with porcelaine instead of stonewear ? I find the recent white vases that you made really accentuate your work on straight edges and simple geometrical shapes (which i love). Hope to see more of this and big thanks for showing your craft on youtube !
Such attention to detail. I imagine people that purchase the teapots cherish them.
Thankyou. A true inspiration, as always.
It's so beautiful to see the process you go through and all the thought behind each step in making these teapots. I so wish I could buy some of your pieces. They're absolutely gorgeous!
Thanks to Tom Scott, I have found another amazingly informative and very relaxing creator, whose videos I'll be binging until none are left. Thank you for your great videos :D
Where to begin? I guess with a thank you for sharing your process. as a hobby potter I understand things do take a lot of time, but the extra work and attention to detail that goes in to the process when producing is just mind blowing.
Such impressive work, not only with the pottery it self, the video and the voice over.
Thanks!
The way you teach us amazing.
Great video, and great way to kick off the year. The glaze on these pots came out beautiful, I always love seeing the natural crackle on your pieces.
Happy New Year!
Thanks for taking the time to help us see your process. You are skilled and even though the video is long, it was worth the insight you shared.
Ooh, so excited to see exactly how you do it!! I’m absolutely positive it’s just gonna be mesmerizing.
Thank you so much for sharing the whole process. It is so helpful to me as a student. I love your aesthetic, your generosity, and your very informative and soothing narration.
Fantastic tutorial. Just getting back into pottery and making a teapot is a dream of mine.
Beautiful work. Such a lot of work and care. It’s amazing to see the difference the final firing makes to the colour of the glaze.
This was amazing! Thank you so much for the time and effort you put into it. I always learn so much from your Instagram!! The itch to get behind a wheel again has been roaring in the back of my head for the past couple of years and it's been great feeding that desire with your content
I loved this video, so much. I immensely enjoy watching your content and was so excited to see one so long be posted. Thank you for taking us on the journey of making these teapots!
Your pieces are amazingly beautiful and the time,energy and work put in to making them is a work of art. I very much appreciated watching your videos.
This was SO COOL to watch!! You do astounding work. Wow!! I never knew all that went into clay pots. You demonstrate and narrate so well. Thank you for sharing. This was so awesome to watch & learn 😊👍
I love teapots. It's really intriguing to watch then made from each culture. The techniques and the skill set are admirable. You are very meticulous and you've really honed your craft. You are inspirational.
I don't even know how to comment on such artistic talent, diligent work and beautiful tea pots!
I wonder... ever make a tealight based tea brewing pot? It's a stand you can drop a tealight into and a small tea pot with water on top of. You light the candle and after a while the water is hot enough to brew tea.
your attention to detail is exquisite. Fantastic work
Thank you Florian for this great detailed video. It was such a treat! 😊
Thank you for your meticulous detailed work. And now, I’m off to By My Hands.
This really is wonderful. It must feel so gratifying to make that first cup of tea with a newly made teapot.
The great Gadsby
Thank you for these demos! Im always looking for a comprehensive demo, and yours are great! thanks for sharing
That was amazing! Thanks for all your hard work, it really shows. And the pots are lovely too.
Thank you for a wonderfully educational and peaceful experience! There are artisans on my island who do clay work but they do not get up the the glazing stage. I am inspired to go experience this process and help to keep the local art alive. Thank you and all the best with your beautiful work.
Ive been watching your content for a few months now and finally decided to comment and share my thoughts. I love your content and I just started 3D art in freshman year of high school and watching your videos make me so fascinated at how much goes into the process of making pottery so thank you for getting me more into pottery ^^//
This was so soothing to watch. Thank you for your calm and thorough instruction :)
Beautiful work. Thank you for sharing.
Thank You SO much for all of amazing videos! Everyone I watch is so informative and inspiring. Beautiful work and sharing your knowledge with us is so generous.
The patients and dedication this takes is incredible 👏.
Beautiful, thank you, the hour just flown by in a moment! Your voiceover is so nice. The teapots look amazing.
A wonderfully long video .. loved every minute .. THANK YOU .. and wishing you all the very best in 2022 .. : )
Brilliant, A brilliant teapot, A Brilliant video, thank you Florian for all your creative time 👍😊
Wonderful from start to finish. Narration, video quality, and of course the teapots themselves! I hope to own one of these one day. Thank you for the effort this must have taken, it was a pleasure to watch.
From Japan
This video made me relax
your pottery is absolutely beautiful! 🥺
watching your videos has made me gain an incredible amount of respect and interest in such a unique craft. 💖
That was wonderful, thanks for bringing us along on the journey.
beautiful teapot
Truly beautiful journey. I look forward to making my own. Thank you.
Thank you so much for this beautiful video ❤
Amazing video! Thank you so much!! Currently binging you content, learning oodles!
Amazing work, thank you!
beautiful work.
My favourite teapot !!! It´s so beautiful. *= )* Of course I watched it all the way through! 😎 Happy New Year!
Really inspiring video, and so informative. Have just thrown my 1st 3 teapots in the "Gadsby" style and can now appreciate the amount of skill and timing that's involved in simply finishing a pot. Hopefully when glazed they may look ok but the level of finesse that you show can only come with time, effort, repetition and an understanding of how clay and glazes marry to achieve such beautiful pots.
Very good demonstration of what goes skill, time goes into creating these beautiful ceramics.
I have been looking into pottery and your videos marry together the passion you have but also the hard work that these things take and I appreciate that. the truth that this is a hard thing to do but also that it is very worth it means a lot to me.
Looks amazing as always
These teapots are so beautiful!
I just made my own teapot Ty for helping me I feel like your my pottery teacher
Why is so soothing to watch
These tea pots are wonderful. Just can't get over how much I am attracted to your esthetic. Love the simplicity of the look, but the difficulty of making them look that way. Might you share the height and width of this piece. Can't wait to see how close I can get. Thanks so much and have a safe and wonderful new year
Excellent, thank you.
Thanks so much for the video, its informative and inspirational.
This was amazing. Thank you so much for documenting and sharing. So freaking interesting!
Loved everything second of the vídeo. Congrats. A fan from Brazil. 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷
still your no 1 fan 🤗 Happy 2022 Florian