Bill Powell throws and trims an 80 cm. Stoneware Platter

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10 жыл бұрын

In this video Master Potter Bill Powell demonstrates his techniques for wheel throwing an 80 centimeter platter in two sections using two wheels . To complete the stoneware platter Bill turns and trims his piece with the aid of a custom built swing mount that allows for one person to have complete control of the large unfired clay pot.The swing enables the potter to invert a platter of up to one meter in diameter without fear of loss or damage.This approach exemplifies the attention to detail that is the hallmark of all of Bill Powell's Ceramic Art [ many sequences are shown at 2X speed for convenience only ]
Bill Powell Art & Design:
Website: www.billpowell.com.au/
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If you are interested in my work, feel free to visit my website or send me an email at: bpow9339@bigpond.net.au

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@clifforddalton3067 6 жыл бұрын

January 2023. it's a great pleasure to watch this over and over again Bill. Thanks for sharing.

@bpartnd 5 жыл бұрын

Cheers Cliff. Still no sight of the mugs as yet???

@benlahyene2146 5 жыл бұрын

@@bpartnd hello Mister powell, Why don t you throw it in one piece? Would be much faster?! Take About 8 kilos and go! ;)

@user-co8nm6rn2h 4 жыл бұрын

Очень нравятся такие передачи, завидую белой завистью таким творческим людям, большое уважение

@1love2fish 5 жыл бұрын

How is it possible that 30 people don't like this? There truly are some sad folks out there.

@bpartnd 4 жыл бұрын

You know what they say....Can't please em all. Cheers iLove2fish2

@mhoare01 4 жыл бұрын

Spellbinding. I never knew what was going to happen next and am amazed at the way you tame such huge amounts of clay. Thank you for the video 🙏

@bpartnd 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers Mike

@bpartnd 10 жыл бұрын

Cheers Dorie, the rest is on a sliding mount and it swings in and out for size adjustment. It works much like a painters stick for stabilization. It was built by a very talented but presently retired potter by the name of David Oswald. Very useful when you are reaching in or up and want a steady hand.Glad you enjoyed the video. More to come in the near future. Cheers

@Valhalla76 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you Bill for the wonderful video! I've been having issues with this same style, and from watching you stretching/moving the top portion first looks to help keep the weight evenly distributed during the process of laying it out. Thanks again!

@teresafincher3413 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful craftsmanship! I can understand now why it's pricey. A lot of skilled work goes into each piece.

@doriecronin 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bill. That was beautiful! I love the right arm rest for trimming.

@michaelkmiotek7965 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the music and the fast motion. Nice work.

@monkeychicken27 6 жыл бұрын

I was having some mental breakdown when you pulled out the boards for the flip. That rig makes me feel warm and fuzzy. ...now that I see it!

@bpartnd 5 жыл бұрын

Works a treat

@dontymck 7 жыл бұрын

That was fascinating. It would have been great to see the fully finished piece.

@anacrowley1711 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I especially love seeing your trimming rig. The arm rest is brilliant too.

@bpartnd 5 жыл бұрын

Every potter should have one

@adolforodriguez7153 4 жыл бұрын

Gracias por compartir es hermoso ése trabajo

@ladyj2552 7 жыл бұрын

Does anyone else feel more relaxed while watching this??

@bpartnd 7 жыл бұрын

I too enjoy watching others throwing. It is very meditative

@lorrainecliftonceramics 2 жыл бұрын

Loved it - especially the gamble!

@Grinder11xx Жыл бұрын

I want to be like you when I grow up, an incredible master potter.

@MrBobbyd45 9 жыл бұрын

Bill,you are certainly a fine craftsman.thanks for posting.

@bpartnd 8 жыл бұрын

+Bobby Friend Cheers Bobby

@tracybrown4941 8 жыл бұрын

Very awesome! Thanks for your video!

@picassoronal300 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing skills and what lovely pieces you created

@TheHardlove4u 5 жыл бұрын

Another beautiful form, with clever practical innovation. Thank you video makers but I had to watch it at -1.5 to stay calm.

@Anbu-hi8nu 4 жыл бұрын

@augustatkinsonillustration5341 Жыл бұрын

Excellent job

@bpartnd 10 жыл бұрын

This is the centering process that aligns the clay particles into one direction[no not that one direction] so as to facilitate the forming process.Compression and stretching are integral to wheel throw pottery. Cheers

@patrickbass3542 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful!

@mrbluenun 10 жыл бұрын

Respect to you for your patience and darned hard work in making these large stoneware items and so accurately as well. I wonder have you manufactured Bone-China, or does that need a much higher kiln heat?

@bpartnd 10 жыл бұрын

Valhalla76, if you take the rim out first then bring the lower body of the bowl shape to it in seperate movements the rim stays true because of the structural tensions between the two changes of direction.If you attempt to take out such a large form from the base up only the rim will invariably distort.The form I aim for is achieved only at the very end of the stretch and draw out processes.Using these incremental steps keeps the piece tight and in as much control as possible.Cheers

@mimisturza 8 жыл бұрын

great! Thanks for sharing!

@fredouille2011 7 жыл бұрын

Stunning !!!

@bpartnd 5 жыл бұрын

Cheers Freddy

@user-pe6bz8wu9v 4 жыл бұрын

Спасибо за экскурсию, сидела как завороженная, глаз не могла оторвать, вместо того что бы завтрак готовить,очень захватывающая работа, это чудесная древнейшая профессия, респект Вам мастер!Очень понравилось 😊

@bpartnd 4 жыл бұрын

Ура я занимаюсь этим уже 43 года и до сих пор люблю

@user-pe6bz8wu9v 4 жыл бұрын

@@bpartnd ,🥰

@user-pe6bz8wu9v 4 жыл бұрын

@@bpartnd а я люблю и уважаю людей увлечённых и рукодельных , творческих и устремленных к творениям, какой и сама являюсь, представила как бы я расписала ваши вазы.Пишу картины , но не художник.Это хобби....Дай Бог здоровья Вам и творческих идей.👏👏👏

@user-pe6bz8wu9v 4 жыл бұрын

@@bpartnd я художник любитель, точнее хобби. Расписываю кухонную утварь., Досочки разделочные. Ездила в Узбекистан там много керамической посуды. Обожаю смотреть на большие ляганы( тарелки) расписанные вручную.Это так круто что то создавать своими руками. Уважение и респект Вам.

@terasnene1226 10 жыл бұрын

amazing I like it you are very clever...

@gervaldorodrigues1514 4 жыл бұрын

Magnífico trabalho! PARABÉNS

@notawuss 10 жыл бұрын

I'm amazed. Never saw such artistry and skill. Looking forward to more videos. Can you tell me where I can purchase that wonderful propane torch? I like the fan-shaped tip. All I've seen in the U.S. is circular 1/2-inch tips, which take forever, and 2-1/2-inch tips suitable for raku, which scare me. What you have delivers a big flame but doesn't seem as if it would set me on fire. Correct me if I'm wrong.

@michaelkmiotek7965 6 жыл бұрын

They make a tip for burning weeds in your driveway. That puts out a much wider flame.

@martinpotgieter4136 4 жыл бұрын

Loved the background music!

@bpartnd 4 жыл бұрын

Me too. A favourite of mine

@zarouszz 8 жыл бұрын

It was years before I attempted to join two pieces. You make it look easy. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and technique.

@bpartnd 8 жыл бұрын

+Zarouszz Your welcome and there is no substitute for just doing it.

@ConstanzeWeber 6 жыл бұрын

My God, this man's good!!!

@bpartnd 10 жыл бұрын

Cheers,Michael G . They must be pretty large platters?

@bethpatrick5063 10 жыл бұрын

Marvelous! Thanks for sharing -- out to the studio I go !

@josephstaubdarling 10 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed that video (and soundtrack), thanks. Is that a compact 1/2 HP Venco wheel? I imagine with that size platter you have either customised the motor or you are using another wheel.

@bpartnd 10 жыл бұрын

No Joseph it is a 1/2 HP Venco. I do tend to stop it at times with large pieces of clay. Very sturdy wheel .The pedals could be a little more robust in their construction .Other than that they perform well for many years.This one is about 19 years old. Cheers

@king5ley 8 жыл бұрын

At 3:35, I seriously thought the Benny Hill theme song was going to kick-in as he slapped the clay.

@rickigrossman3558 10 жыл бұрын

masterfull. love the music too.

@elizzbetha 5 жыл бұрын

Aplausos...excelente enseñanza. Saludos desde Venezuela.

@sugordon6876 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this vídeo !!. What kind of stoneware do you use?

@bpartnd 4 жыл бұрын

I'm in Australia and use a range of clays This one is Walkers #10 White Stoneware

@bpartnd 10 жыл бұрын

No problem StormyH100, there will be more soon . Cheers

@rawmark 6 жыл бұрын

amazing!

@davidchaffee4926 5 жыл бұрын

Aloha Bill, For a future video might I suggest accompaniment by Tinsley Ellis? GREAT Bowl.

@nataliemandros9000 7 жыл бұрын

WOW!! It's incredible to watch you!! Love your setup. Where do you sell your fabulous pieces?

@bpartnd 5 жыл бұрын

RedHill Gallery Brisbane Australia

@gameshot911 10 жыл бұрын

Great vid, thanks! In the very beginning what is the purpose of drawing the clay up vertically, only to immediately push it back down into a clump again?

@gwenmartinsen3979 4 жыл бұрын

Centering thre clay.

@singleabroad1358 4 жыл бұрын

Well job thanks.

@bpartnd 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers Sway Agency

@somebody_me_th 7 жыл бұрын

Wow.. This is amazing. He is so professional. I got a question, why he has to set flame after completion of each throwing? Was that to help them settling and no deform, right?

@bpartnd 7 жыл бұрын

Pretty much Chaiwat, it stiffens the clay by releasing moisture. That allows for more control of the final shaping process

@somebody_me_th 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Bill, I got it then. I am ceramic engineer but never get things done by hand throwing like this. I wann make it myself sometimes soon.

@pierrejouan1855 7 жыл бұрын

yes

@bpartnd 5 жыл бұрын

Right

@debashisbhakat1692 6 жыл бұрын

Very nice

@dominicknepper2082 9 жыл бұрын

Truly impressive. Why do you not make both halves the same size before joining, (which I've never seen done before, very cool,) and is the torch to control the moisture content? If so, how do you judge when to use it?

@bpartnd 9 жыл бұрын

Hi Dominic, The two halves work well when you begin to expand the platter. It is better to have the join above the base transition point. The flame is a fast way of stiffening the clay to gain more control and structural integrity. You judge the firmness by simple applying a small pressure or feel for movement. experience is gained quickly using this method. I have been potting for 39 years and find this very useful for large items made quickly. Cheers.

@dominicknepper2082 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the answer. Love your work.

@eorgeburns8 8 жыл бұрын

my good sir that flipper is amazing

@bpartnd 8 жыл бұрын

+eorgeburns8Thanks George Burns.... Always loved your work too. Mind you....Those Cigars will kill you lol

@eorgeburns8 8 жыл бұрын

+bill powell if i had a dollar for every time i heard that reference i would have enough money to own my own kiln

@fateburn 2 жыл бұрын

It's all fun and games until Mr. Powell brings out the WW1 German flamethrower

@shelleysolomon2228 4 жыл бұрын

Terrific

@DailyMyChildhood 4 жыл бұрын

Best tip process

@bpartnd 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@monkeychicken27 6 жыл бұрын

Well jeez. Then I see the razor blade trim. You are an interesting human.

@bpartnd 5 жыл бұрын

They work well Monkeychicken. That names pretty amazing too :}

@cassandramccreadie6288 7 жыл бұрын

That was AWESOME - now I'm wondering how you go about glazing something that big?

@bpartnd 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Cassandra, I spray all my glazes currently Cheers

@cassandramccreadie6288 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent.

@bpartnd 5 жыл бұрын

I spray glaze Cassandra

@eliabanegas993 4 жыл бұрын

Qué bello esos trabajos,Dios le Continúe dando sabiduría, desde Honduras C A

@bpartnd 4 жыл бұрын

Gracias Elia Manténgase seguro y con buena salud para usted y su familia.

@marioricciardi1515 8 жыл бұрын

Ecco la vera magia, in tutto questo troviamo il mistero. Viva l`uomo.

@bpartnd 8 жыл бұрын

Grazie per le gentili parole. Viaggio in Italia nel settembre di quest'anno. In attesa di sperimentare tutto il Paese ha da offrire Chow Mario

@gilmasselin2934 4 жыл бұрын

Wow génial !

@kerrywelch7783 7 жыл бұрын

Wow! You just blew my mind Bill! Excellent!! I was so scared that it was gonna cal apse! Question, when you put the bowl on the trimming wheel, when did you cut it off of the bat that you threw it on? I was taught to cut it right off the bat soon after I throw my pot but I've been letting it set up after covering it for a day. It helps with distortion. Also, what speed are you throwing those pots? It seems like it's at high speed but could just be the time lapse in the video. Thanks for posting!!

@bpartnd 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Kerry, yes , some parts are a little faster than normal speed but not a lot.I find if I cut off a piece straight away , a large piece in particular, that it will only stick back down. i generally wait some time [ at least a couple of hours ] before I cut them off. Cheers and thanks for the kind words

@bpartnd 5 жыл бұрын

Kerry there are parts that are a touch sped up and on the cutting off, if you do it straight away it will simply restick. A little later is suggested but not a whole day as it gets too firm

@ArchieWeber 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, Bill has BIg Bowls.

@bpartnd 4 жыл бұрын

and I cannot lie :]

@pierrejouan1855 7 жыл бұрын

tres bon.....tres tres bon beaucoup à apprendre en regardant le geste...

@bpartnd 7 жыл бұрын

Merci Pierre

@grandcarriage1 5 жыл бұрын

Stoneware clay? I would have thought porcelain, judging by the lack of grog and the whiteness. The platter itself is wonderful, but I was REALLY COVETING YOUR GIZMOS: The flipper and that trimmer support arm. Guess who's going to be in the workshop this weekend. Any info on the flipper? Thanks in advance, and greetings from the Pacific Northwest (Oregon) of the US.

@bpartnd 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Grandcarriage1 The swing arm is very useful for many applications and the Flipper is pretty simple. I sadly don't have any drawings to share but it does work a treat Maybe I should make a vid on how to build it ?

@grandcarriage1 4 жыл бұрын

Bill Powell PLEASE

@juandelaluz2196 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Mr. Powell. Your videos are very educational. this one is one of my favorites I have learned so much from it. How much does each section weigh?

@bpartnd 7 жыл бұрын

Muchos gracias amigo As for weights , I'm not really sure , maybe 5 or possibly 6 kilos each

@bpartnd 5 жыл бұрын

It was awhile ago Juan. I'm not sure. Maybe 6 kilos ???

@norachen4210 10 жыл бұрын

how smart!

@CeramiTechGraphChim 3 жыл бұрын

Bonsoir, autre technique qui permet de faire de grand plat. Bonne continuation.

@michaellimeallen8309 7 жыл бұрын

WOW !!

@germanguillenalegria8113 6 жыл бұрын

CERÁMICA : ALFARERO, ARTE, CREATIVIDAD, DISEÑO, DOMINIO DE TÉCNICA, DISEÑO, DESTREZA Y HABILIDAD DE MANOS LA SUMA DE TODO ESTO NOS DAN COMO RESULTADOS HERMOSAS OBRAS DE ARTE. COMPARTIENDO SABERES Y CONOCIMIENTOS TRADICIONALES. BELLO Y EDUCATIVO VERDAD.

@yaselismiranda9849 3 жыл бұрын

8í

@dorissiverios 4 жыл бұрын

Wuow muy bien artesanal

@harrymelamed848 4 жыл бұрын

I’m liking that flame thrower. Is that some type of weapon? :)

@bpartnd 4 жыл бұрын

It can be :]

@pistolannie6500 8 жыл бұрын

How long did that end up taking you to make?

@bpartnd 8 жыл бұрын

+Mandy L. I cannot remember exactly Mandy L but at a guess the throwing component is about an hour and a half.

@lilica7131 4 жыл бұрын

Sensacional!

@bpartnd 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers Heike

@user-cw3vb8qs6j 3 жыл бұрын

Да, это просто мастерски!

@Templar777_K9 8 жыл бұрын

Can an air pocket(s) be easily formed at the seam, or will the potential air pockets be eliminated, after a few passes over the piece?

@bpartnd 8 жыл бұрын

I haven't had trouble with any air in the join Billy. What I do get is a little fattening of the join because of the wetness of the join. This then requires some extra trimming but is not a problem. Cheers

@Templar777_K9 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@marallynbenmoshe743 3 жыл бұрын

WOW

@mobienut9441 7 жыл бұрын

cool music

@ammarashahid3463 3 жыл бұрын

Where to buy stoneware clay?

@user-xe1pr2ki3y 3 жыл бұрын

Впечатляет!!!!! Супер!

@BeachPeach2010 10 жыл бұрын

It's refreshing to see another southpaw for a change!

@rawmark 6 жыл бұрын

Funny how we southpaws can always identify each other, right? ;)

@grandcarriage1 5 жыл бұрын

@@rawmark It took me a second to catch on. It wasn't until I was admiring his arm support while trimming that I realized he was spinning clockwise.

@kantharajkantha6341 4 жыл бұрын

Super

@bpartnd 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@TheBrianEffect101 10 жыл бұрын

unreal

@elizzbetha 5 жыл бұрын

Y con una música exquisita.

@dididoo Жыл бұрын

Of course you can also take your. time!!

@user-bw8cr7hw6t 4 жыл бұрын

👍👍👍👍👍👍

@mcRydes 4 жыл бұрын

cool video but it would have been nice to see the fired and finished piece!

@readthetype Жыл бұрын

Spends the next 5ive hours looking for “world record pottery largest plate.”

@thenerdandthehatter 5 жыл бұрын

What is the purpose of the blow torch?

@grandcarriage1 5 жыл бұрын

It's to firm up the clay quickly while in process. If he tried to complete the piece without firming the clay, the weight of the clay would have overwhelmed the structure of the soft clay, and the piece would have sagged or collapsed. You can do the same thing by letting it set, but that might take hours, and not happen so evenly as by torch...

@gwenmartinsen3979 4 жыл бұрын

@@grandcarriage1 But he's still able to work the clay after using the torch. So it doesn't get very dry, right?

@aasszzaasszz8025 8 жыл бұрын

الله يح فضه

@cgrazglassworks 8 жыл бұрын

Nobody noticed the spider on your shoulder 16:11... haha did you notice is the question??

@FreeSeoul 8 жыл бұрын

+Craig Graz It's Australia! hahahah

@bpartnd 8 жыл бұрын

+Craig Graz No I didn't even notice during editing. And yes, you get used to them here in Oz.Specially these baby ones.

@cgrazglassworks 8 жыл бұрын

+bill powell haha. I duno how I saw that. scary stuff lolz

@pistolannie6500 8 жыл бұрын

+Craig Graz it was there round bout 16:00.

@cathytaylor4645 4 жыл бұрын

Why the fire?

@bpartnd 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Cathy, the flame helps speed up the drying process and in doing so stiffens the clay.

@dimyetienne7237 7 жыл бұрын

do you sell your products on eBay?

@bpartnd 5 жыл бұрын

No Dimy , only through Galleries at the moment

@fawzitahnawt2834 3 жыл бұрын

Vravou

@unclerojelio6320 8 жыл бұрын

I guess I don't understand why he needed to join the two halves instead of just starting with more clay in the first place?

@bpartnd 8 жыл бұрын

+Roger Banks Hi roger, simply to lay down and compress the base with ease.Wrangling twice the clay size is unnecessary and i find this method requires less brute strength and more control. Must be getting old.

@MaryMagdaleneMagdalene 4 жыл бұрын

Why do you have to burn the piece? Can I just use heat gun?

@bpartnd 4 жыл бұрын

Yes you can and I often do too it's just slower

@MaryMagdaleneMagdalene 4 жыл бұрын

Bill Powell Oh I see thanks!!!

@godsmack1985 8 жыл бұрын

whats the torch for?

@xxUncleBuckxx 7 жыл бұрын

Wondered the same.

@meyourbff 7 жыл бұрын

Alex Sniff it's to dry it some. While working with it it has to be pretty wet. But when trying to cut it off the wheel it needs to be leather hard and an easy was to achieve that is with a hair dryer or a torch in this case.