mixed media 2013

For the mixed media project I wanted to continue to work on throwing. I had seen a teapot with a wooden handle a while ago and have been wanting to make teapots so I thought it was fitting.

I made four bodies with lids and numerous spouts. The spouts were giving me trouble at first. Having to make them thin and long and then transfer them was a hassle. Discovering the heat gun was a savior.

Of the four bodies, two survived the trimming phase. 








I am still working on some spouts. These are probably not the spouts I will use but they could be. I really like the shape of this first spout with the body so I might keep that one but I'm still not totally satisfied with the bottom one.














I have two more in the works and will work on more. I think I will end up throwing two or three more just so I know I will end up with at least one.
I am also considering making some teacups and saucers. Note that none of these teapots have handles. I plan to soak wood and incorporate it in a way that acts as a handle and decoration. If I do end up having time to throw cups and/or saucers I will come up with a way to incorporate the wood as handles for them as well.