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Re: ceramic sculpture hs

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dj (djash)
Wed, 13 Oct 1999 06:12:37 -0400

Hi!
I've put newspaper in the kiln. It does burn off, but large amounts of newspaper
burning can smell terrible. Watch out for the fumes! Where's your kiln? and is
it vented? Mine is not!!!!!! Thank goodness it is in another room. BTW, it is
against NJ law not to vent. Our new hs meant code without a venting system.
Amazing isn't it? We have brought this to the department chair and
administration. We're in our 3rd year and we are still waiting. We are
promised.............. definitely before the end of the year. We will see what
happens next if not.
Donna

ricki fromkin wrote:

> Jasmine Preston wrote:
> >
> > I am looking for tips and advice on figurative ceramic sculpture. I know
> > pieces can be modeled then when leatherhard separated, hollowed, and
> > reattached. I am aware that armatures can be used to support a piece but
> > there are some things about them I have never really understood. Does the
> > armature stay inside? If so, what do you use that can go in the kiln?
> >
> > Any other suggestions on making well-crafted modeled pieces (about twelve
> > inches tall)?
> >
> > Jasmine
> > jdp30
>
> I believe (but double check) that you can use newspaper to support a
> clay form, and it will burn out safely when fired.
>
> Ricki