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2020年5月11日 · Wax resists, wax emulsions, and actual melted wax itself are all used in pottery. The function of the wax resist is to keep liquids, such as raw liquid glazes, from adhering to the clay body of a pot. The most common use for wax resists is also the most practical.

2017年11月8日 · Used with a little creativity, wax resist affords us both. In this demo, I use wax as a mask to save time, effort, and materials when inlaying slip. Brush wax onto the surface to be decorated.

2023年11月2日 · To apply wax resist on pottery, start by cleaning and preparing the pot. Ensure that the surface is dry and free from any contaminants. Next, use a commercial wax resist or wax emulsion to apply a thin and even layer over the clay body. Be cautious to avoid air bubbles.

2023年6月10日 · Wax resist in pottery serves various purposes. It can be applied to prevent the glaze from sticking to the kiln shelf and slow down the drying process, minimizing cracks. Additionally, wax resist enables decorative designs by creating a barrier between layers of glaze, allowing unique patterns to emerge.

2021年11月8日 · The basic purpose of wax-resist is to repel underglazes and glazes. Keeping this in mind, you can use wax resists in multiple creative ways to make glazing more fun! You can, of course, apply wax to areas you don’t want the glaze to drip down to, like the bottom of …

Wax resist prevents glaze from adhering to pots for purposes of firing and decorating. It works by preventing water in the glaze from being absorbed into the bisqueware. The wet glaze remains on the surface, allowing it to be easily removed before firing.

2023年11月5日 · Wax resist is a fascinating technique in pottery where various types of wax are utilized to prevent glazes from adhering to the clay body of a pot. This process opens up a world of possibilities for potters, enabling them to create intricate designs and explore different textures.