1120ºc - 1280ºc

CLAY

Sku: CRCR

Crank Stoneware

Name: Crank Stoneware
Price: 0.025 GBP
Availability: InStock

‘Push sculptural boundaries’

£14.54

Description

Artists will appreciate the versatility and reliability of Crank Stoneware Clay Body in their ceramic practice. Its coarse grog and high plasticity open endless possibilities for creative exploration, making it an essential material for those looking to push the boundaries of their sculptural and slab work.

Its pliable texture facilitates effortless manipulation and precise detailing, ensuring a seamless creative process from start to finish.

Whether you are an experienced sculptor or a beginner exploring the medium, Crank Stoneware Clay Body provides the perfect foundation for creating enduring and expressive ceramic art.

Available in 1kg and 12.5kg bags

Bag Weight: 12.5kg

12.5kg 1kg

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Usage

Crank Stoneware Clay Body is a highly versatile and robust material, ideal for medium-sized sculptural and slab work. This clay offers excellent plasticity, making it easy to shape and mold, while containing a coarse silica grog that enhances its texture and strength. The grog adds a unique tactile quality and provides structural support, reducing the risk of warping and cracking during the drying and firing processes.
Perfect for both detailed and substantial creations, Crank Stoneware Clay Body is suitable for a variety of techniques, from hand-building to sculpting. Its coarse texture supports intricate modelling and allows for the creation of sturdy forms and complex shapes with ease. Whether crafting functional items or decorative art pieces, this clay ensures durability and resilience.

Colour

Pale Buff

Method

Hand-Building
Slab Building
Modelling

Texture

Coarse Textured

Firing Range

1120ºc - 1280ºc

ARTIST INSPIRATION

John Wheeldon

John Wheeldon, a highly skilled potter based in Wirksworth in the Derbyshire Dales, has been refining his craft for 55 years. Drawing inspiration from early Industrial Revolution potters such as Wedgwood, Whieldon, and Greatbach, he creates a distinctive range of tableware that reflects historical traditions while maintaining a contemporary edge. His work is particularly focused on teapots and complementary pieces, showcasing both function and artistry.

Recently, John has expanded his practice to include tulipieres, a vase form that originated in 18th-century Holland, adding another historical dimension to his work. Using white earthenware clay as his canvas, he decorates each piece with thick, trailed slip, a technique reminiscent of tube-lining, which adds texture and depth. The final touch is an oxide-stained transparent glaze that enhances the intricate slip work, highlighting the craftsmanship and rich surface details. Through this fusion of historical influence and technical mastery, John’s ceramics celebrate both tradition and innovation, bringing a timeless elegance to everyday objects

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