Welcome to the world of pottery painting! This comprehensive online course will guide you through the fundamentals and techniques, allowing you to create beautiful and unique pieces.
 
Whats Covered
 
Materials List:
Before we begin, gather your supplies! You'll need pottery bisque (pre-fired clay pieces), acrylic paints specifically formulated for ceramics, paint brushes of various sizes, water containers, sponges, masking tape (optional), and dipping glazes 
Modules:
Module 1: Introduction to Pottery Painting
History of pottery painting
Types of ceramic paints and glazes
Choosing your pottery bisque
Basic supplies overview
Module 2: Preparing Your Bisque
Cleaning and inspecting your bisque
The importance of a clean surface
Module 3: Paint Application Techniques
Brushstrokes for different effects (washing, stippling, dry brushing)
Layering and blending colors
Using stencils and stamps (optional)
Module 4: Design Fundamentals
Composition and balance
Color theory
Creating basic patterns
Module 5: Functional Pottery Painting
Painting mugs, plates, and bowls
Considerations for food-safe use
Module 6: Decorative Techniques
Slip trailing (applying liquid clay for designs)
Sgraffito (scratching through paint to reveal the bisque)
Sponge painting
Module 7: Advanced Painting Techniques
Watercolor washes on pottery
Metallic accents
Creating textures