0 Ceramist Hand

Ceramist Hand

The ceramist is a craftsman or creator of unique items in small quantities: decorative objects, utility objects (pottery, dishes), tiles or floor tiles. He uses clay and sandstone. It restores art objects.

Description of tasks / working conditions For the ceramist, potter sometimes called, it all starts with the choice of material so the earth with which it will achieve the object he intends clay, silica, kaolin, stoneware. The nature and purpose of the control room of course that choice. The ceramist then proceeded to shoot, modeling or casting. It shapes the clay paste, gives a final shape to the piece before drying. It then passes the finishing operations. It removes burrs, seams left by the molds using a scraper or sponge. It makes finally cooking then enameling (or in reverse order as appropriate). The piece can also be painted. For cooking, it meets the times and temperatures vary depending on the material used. It uses a traditional wood oven, or more modern gas or electric. The ceramist working in a workshop atmosphere often dusty and wet, sitting or standing according to the phases of production. Ceramist craftsman's workshop is also where he greets visitors and customers. Often he has a room that serves as an exhibition. According to its customers, it may have to travel to sell his products. His participation in fairs and exhibitions of objects of decoration is imperative if it wants to be known and live by trade.

Career development
If employed, the ceramist a large factory worker can advance in terms of responsibility and team leadership. It can also set up his own shop and create his craft ceramic potter.