I’ve been experimenting with various mug handles just to continue my technical skills. I’ve tried to think about comfort and how it feels with the final piece. I’m finding that for now, the process of design is a non-planned meandering of playing, unless I have a commission or specific need.

Going with the flow keeps my creative sessions fresh. Perhaps it’s an excuse, but I don’t want this hobby to become a strict and structured work flow.. otherwise.. it’s just work. I’ve also found some freedom in the process of throwing off the hump. It’s a fast and effective process that lets the work take shape as I develop the pieces.

Thought I share some fun I’ve had below. Happy Labor day to all!

Single Knuckle Porcelain Tea Cup: Very light – Thrown off the hump. Celadon over Iron Oxide brush work.

Porcelain mug: Very light, Celadon rim and inside over Malcome Davis Shino. Chattered texture.

Porcelain Mug: Very light – Butter with Iron and Iron Oxide brush work. Chattered texture.

“Snake Charmer” Coffee Porcelain Mug: Very Light – Dinnerset White Inside and Rim over Tenmoku (creates a nice reptilian look where the two glazes cross).

Porcelain Tea Cup: Very light – Celadon inside and rim over Tenmoku. Thrown off the Hump

More logo coffee mugs for my work buddies. Thrown off the hump.