ceramics

Mexican Pottery Making part 3: Barro Canelo

This is a short craftsmanship documentary by Many Makers about the Master Artisan Isabel Pajarito and ‘barro canelo’, which translates to cinnamon pottery. This technique is said to date back to pre-Hispanic times. What is particularly fascinating about this technique is that the pieces change their colour entirely during firing: when the pieces are placed […]

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How Kwangjuyo Makes Traditional Korean Ceramic Dishes for Michelin-Starred Restaurants — Handmade

Kwangjuyo Group has been making 3,000 varieties of traditional Korean ceramic cups, bowls, and plates by hand since 1963. The company’s hands-on approach, which includes shaping the pieces from clay, hand-carving floral designs, and custom glazing, all stem from Korean tradition. The pieces have made their way to Michelin-starred restaurants like The French Laundry in

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