Clay Types & Materials

What makes earthenware clay different? Le Studio Art Space in Mordialloc explains how it feels, its low firing range and colour, what it suits, and its limits.

How to use porcelain markers on ceramics: Le Studio Art Space in Mordialloc covers surface prep, drawing technique, curing per the label, care, and limits.

What does a pug mill do? Le Studio Art Space in Mordialloc explains how it mixes and de-airs clay, how it compares with wedging, and if small studios need one.

How is clay made? Le Studio Art Space tells the story from weathered rock to refined clay bodies, pug mills, studio bags, and reclaimed scraps.

What is tooling clay used for? Le Studio Art Space explains how it differs from pottery clay, its role in moulds, and why it never goes in a kiln.

Unglazed ceramic tile explained: Le Studio Art Space covers what it is, where it is used, how it differs from glazed tile, and how handmade tiles are made.

Greenware ceramics explained: Le Studio Art Space covers what greenware is, why it is fragile, how it differs from bisque, and how to prepare it.

What happens in a ceramic materials workshop? Le Studio Art Space explains what is covered, how test tiles work, who it suits, and how to prepare.

Porcelain glass confusion cleared up: Le Studio Art Space explains what each is made of, why porcelain looks glassy, and how they differ in daily use.

Where to buy pottery clay as a beginner: Le Studio Art Space compares specialist suppliers, studios, and online shops, plus how much to buy and what to ask.