The Clay

The Clay

1. Properties

   • Plasticity
   • Shrinkage
     • under firing
     • under air drying
   • Texture
   • Color
     • brown or brick
       • It contain iron oxide as the coloring agent
     • gray or white
       • A lack of oxide
   • Hardness

2. Kinds of clay

   • Kaolin
   • Earthenware
   • Stoneware
   • Terra Cotta Red
   • Porcelain

3. Processes

   • preparing the material
   • working with clay
   • drying, firing, cooling
   • decorating, glazing

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