How to Center Clay — A Beginner's Guide

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• Select topic Introduction

  Introduction
  • Select activity Centering the clay is the cornerstone of throwing ...

    Centering the clay is the cornerstone of throwing on the wheel. It's the process that must be done before any pot can be formed, and the aim of this tutorial is to go over that process in exact detail, alongside discussing many of the tips and tricks learned over the years.
    

• Select topic Step 1: Preparing the Clay

  Step 1: Preparing the Clay
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• Select topic Step 2: Proper Sitting Position

  Step 2: Proper Sitting Position
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• Select topic Step 3: Attaching the Clay

  Step 3: Attaching the Clay
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• Select topic Step 4: Placing and Adjusting the Clay

  Step 4: Placing and Adjusting the Clay
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• Select topic Step 5: Arm Positioning and Initial Centering

  Step 5: Arm Positioning and Initial Centering
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• Select topic Step 6: Adding Water

  Step 6: Adding Water
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• Select topic Step 7: Horizontal and Vertical Pressure

  Step 7: Horizontal and Vertical Pressure
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• Select topic Step 8: Other Hand Positions

  Step 8: Other Hand Positions
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• Select topic Step 9: Gripping and Centering

  Step 9: Gripping and Centering
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• Select topic Step 10: Advanced Tips

  Step 10: Advanced Tips
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• Select topic Step 11: Coning the Clay

  Step 11: Coning the Clay
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• Select topic Step 12: Hand Placement and Removal

  Step 12: Hand Placement and Removal
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• Select topic Conclusion

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• Select topic Source

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