Ceramic Glazing

What is a glaze in ceramics?

• A glaze in ceramics is a tool used for shaping clay.
• A glaze in ceramics is a glass-like coating applied to the surface of a ceramic piece before firing.
• A glaze in ceramics is a type of kiln used for firing pottery.
• A glaze in ceramics is a type of paint used for decoration.

Why are glazes fired at a higher temperature?

• To ensure proper melting and bonding of the glaze materials
• To reduce the cost of production
• To speed up the firing process
• To create a rough texture on the surface

Who discovered glaze?

• Ancient Egyptians
• Vikings
• Mayans
• Ancient Romans

What is glaze composition?

• A type of dance move
• A popular dessert recipe
• A method of cleaning windows
• Ingredients and ratios used to create a glaze for ceramics or pottery.

What is glaze composed of?

• Glass + Salt = Glaze

• Butter + eggs + vanilla extract = Glaze

• Flint + Flux + Clay = Glaze

• Slip + Kiln Firing = Glaze

Name three types of glaze:

• All of these

• Opaque,

  Rough,

  Smooth

• Matte (dull),

  Glossy,

  Transparent (see-through)

• Colored, metallic, earth oxides

How many coats of glaze do you put on your bisque-fired ceramic artwork?

• One to two, if it's too thick it will appear gluggy

• Four to five, the thicker the better

• As much as you like

• Two to three, this will create a strong depth in colour

Why don't you mix colours together?

Circle the tertiary colours

The container contains labelling that indicates....

• The way you should apply the glaze

• Details about the safety of the glaze

• The colour the glaze might end up being after firing

• All of these