Pottery is my hobby and I make it because I enjoy ceramics. I consider myself an amateur studio potter who makes nonfunctional decorative pieces that I intend to be unique and one of a kind. When they turn out with uneven handles, twisted bodies or less than perfect, that reflects on my intention to be “Folk Art” rather then a production piece. I want my work to be seen as amateur rather than professional. Needless to say I don’t sell my pieces. I do find some of your videos entertaining and helpful.
Rohrshack, I am Dennis, the behind the camera guy, and I work much the same way. I have found that as I grow in my skills in pottery I am able to make intentional alterations to make the pieces unique and hand-made. And I also find Phil's lectures and teachings most entertaining and helpful! Thanks for your comment.
@@WashingtonStreetStudios hi Dennis, I recently heard that Phil passed away. So sorry to hear that news. Two questions, is anyone going to take his place and how can I get access to all his past videos? Not that I think he can be replaced easily but I have learned so much from him. He will be remembered for a long time since I suspect he was a teacher’s teacher. May he Rest In Peace and sincere condolences to his family.
@@rOHRshackartpottery All of his videos will remain on this channel. And this channel will remain as long as RUclips allows! We are going to continue making videos and we are working on that plan. We may invite guest potters to present as well as presenting with the 'other' owners of Washington Street Studios.
@@WashingtonStreetStudios that is great news. I am relatively new to WSS so I have a lot of catch up to do. I look forward to going back and moving ahead!
Thank you I have been seeking how to get better at brushing on detail (sweeping lines). Silly but it is all about confidence and I appreciate hearing that. I will practice. Some potters haver beautiful lines. I can practice on paper first. I love your videos.
Brock Seals, I wish the best for you! Phil's tips in this video were very valuable to me. Enjoy all the videos and share the channel with your friends and fellow potters to help us grow our community! Keep watching!
Thank you. A potter for many years, now full time. Great points. I will be evaluating my steps and technique. Have always signed my name so you could read it. Have many pots from many potter friends, most lacking in good signature, so even I am not sure who made them.
Jay, my name is Dennis and Phil and I are business partners at Washington Street Studios. I took up pottery preparing for retirement and I will warn you, pottery is addicting! I have a home studio with three wheels, shelves full of tools and a kiln. And our business has a total of 15 wheels, 7 kilns, slab roller, extruder and spray booth. It's the most fun retirement a person could have!
Sir you are my hero! The wealth of information that you have shared is more than can be even learnt in a college! Your examples are so amazing!
Thank you adi pottery, please share the channel with your friends and fellow potters to help us grow our community!
Never heard anybody address this topic as you. Thank you!
You are most welcome Sue. Hopefully it was a good topic to address! Thank you for watching and sharing.
Pottery is my hobby and I make it because I enjoy ceramics. I consider myself an amateur studio potter who makes nonfunctional decorative pieces that I intend to be unique and one of a kind. When they turn out with uneven handles, twisted bodies or less than perfect, that reflects on my intention to be “Folk Art” rather then a production piece. I want my work to be seen as amateur rather than professional. Needless to say I don’t sell my pieces. I do find some of your videos entertaining and helpful.
Rohrshack, I am Dennis, the behind the camera guy, and I work much the same way. I have found that as I grow in my skills in pottery I am able to make intentional alterations to make the pieces unique and hand-made. And I also find Phil's lectures and teachings most entertaining and helpful!
Thanks for your comment.
@@WashingtonStreetStudios hi Dennis, I recently heard that Phil passed away. So sorry to hear that news. Two questions, is anyone going to take his place and how can I get access to all his past videos? Not that I think he can be replaced easily but I have learned so much from him. He will be remembered for a long time since I suspect he was a teacher’s teacher. May he Rest In Peace and sincere condolences to his family.
@@rOHRshackartpottery All of his videos will remain on this channel. And this channel will remain as long as RUclips allows! We are going to continue making videos and we are working on that plan. We may invite guest potters to present as well as presenting with the 'other' owners of Washington Street Studios.
@@WashingtonStreetStudios that is great news. I am relatively new to WSS so I have a lot of catch up to do. I look forward to going back and moving ahead!
Thank you I have been seeking how to get better at brushing on detail (sweeping lines). Silly but it is all about confidence and I appreciate hearing that. I will practice. Some potters haver beautiful lines. I can practice on paper first. I love your videos.
Appreciate you all so much. Such great knowledge and generosity on your part. Privileged to be learning from you :-)
Ben, we are so pleased to have you in our community! Please share the channel with your friends and fellow potters to help us grow our community.
The next level standard. I hope watching it over and over will help me get where I want to go.
Brock Seals, I wish the best for you! Phil's tips in this video were very valuable to me. Enjoy all the videos and share the channel with your friends and fellow potters to help us grow our community! Keep watching!
You hit the nail on the head.
Thank you, we really appreciate the feedback!
Thanks for the all the pointers, sometimes I have to remind myself to slow down and practice, practice, practice.
Freddie, yes indeed, practice makes better, I won't say perfect!
@@WashingtonStreetStudios Doesn't always guarantee better either, just maintains the enjoyment.
Great information as always thankyou from Tasmania
Thanks for watching and helping us be an 'international' channel!
amazing amazing
Thank you, please share the channel with your friends and fellow potters!
ok i will
Always great!
Awesome, Caitlin, share with your friends and fellow potters!
Thank you. A potter for many years, now full time. Great points. I will be evaluating my steps and technique. Have always signed my name so you could read it. Have many pots from many potter friends, most lacking in good signature, so even I am not sure who made them.
Great comment, thank you for sharing! I hope you enjoy all of our videos.
Thank you!! I will be taking up pottery in retirement and am learning a lot from your tutelage.
Jay, my name is Dennis and Phil and I are business partners at Washington Street Studios. I took up pottery preparing for retirement and I will warn you, pottery is addicting! I have a home studio with three wheels, shelves full of tools and a kiln. And our business has a total of 15 wheels, 7 kilns, slab roller, extruder and spray booth. It's the most fun retirement a person could have!
thank you so much!
You are most welcome, please share the channel with your friends and fellow potters to help us grow our ceramics community online!
Thank you. All good points.
Thanks Melissa for the support and the encouragement!
Thank you for all your generosity and experience
Patricia, you are welcome. Please share the channel with your friends and fellow potters to help us grow our community!
Thanks very much! Folks wonder why I am so hard on myself about many things and this is a video on why that is.
Thank you, we wondered how this lecture would be received and I'm glad it has been useful and appreciated!
Thank you for all your tips or Just more than tips. They are unlightening
Marina, thank you for your encouragement! Please share the channel with your friends and fellow potters to help us grow our community!
Wonderful teaching. Thanks so much.
Thanks for the encouragement, we hope you enjoy all the videos! And please share with your friends and fellow potters to help us grow our community!
Love these videos. Thank you
Marg, thanks for the encouragement! Please share the channel with your friends and fellow potters to help us grow our community!
Thank you so much. I love these videos. very helpful :D
You are most welcome, thank you for watching!
Some great tips in this lecture, thanks a million for another well presented video 👍😊
Thank you for watching!
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Thank you!