{"id":1402,"date":"2025-05-14T13:04:14","date_gmt":"2025-05-14T11:04:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marijanakeramika.hr\/?p=1402"},"modified":"2025-06-23T13:01:33","modified_gmt":"2025-06-23T11:01:33","slug":"magija-gline-moj-put-do-strasti-prema-keramici","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/marijanakeramika.hr\/en\/magija-gline-moj-put-do-strasti-prema-keramici\/","title":{"rendered":"The Magic of Clay \u2013 My Journey to a Passion for Ceramics"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Post content:<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/marijanakeramika.hr\/en\/magija-gline-moj-put-do-strasti-prema-keramici\/#Magija_gline_je_tiha_nagrada_za_ucenje_o_glini_i_keramici\" >Magija gline je tiha nagrada za u\u010denje o glini i keramici<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/marijanakeramika.hr\/en\/magija-gline-moj-put-do-strasti-prema-keramici\/#O_vrstama_gline\" >About Types of Clay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/marijanakeramika.hr\/en\/magija-gline-moj-put-do-strasti-prema-keramici\/#Dodatni_materijali\" >Additional Materials<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/marijanakeramika.hr\/en\/magija-gline-moj-put-do-strasti-prema-keramici\/#O_glini_kao_mediju_izrazavanja\" >Clay as a Medium of Expression<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/marijanakeramika.hr\/en\/magija-gline-moj-put-do-strasti-prema-keramici\/#Osnovne_faze_izrade_predmeta_od_keramike\" >Basic Stages of Making Ceramic Objects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/marijanakeramika.hr\/en\/magija-gline-moj-put-do-strasti-prema-keramici\/#Moji_poceci\" >My Beginnings<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Magija_gline_je_tiha_nagrada_za_ucenje_o_glini_i_keramici\"><\/span>Magija gline je tiha nagrada za u<strong>\u010denje o glini i keramici<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ceramics is the art and craft of shaping and processing clay into objects that can be used or decorated, and then fired in a kiln at high temperatures. This process allows for the creation of durable, functional, or decorative items such as tableware, sculptures, and tiles. Ceramics combines creativity and technique, offering endless possibilities for expression through color, form, and texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"O_vrstama_gline\"><\/span>About Types of Clay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Upon entering the world of ceramics, I discovered that there are several types of clay, each with its own characteristics such as texture, color, and firing temperature. The type of clay we choose depends on the purpose and kind of object we want to create. The main types of clay used in ceramics are:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Red Clay (Terra Cotta) \u2013 a clay rich in iron that gives red or brown tones, easy to shape, and commonly used for making tableware, garden sculptures, and decorative objects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>White clay (porcelain clay) \u2013 clay with a very fine texture and a high content of kaolin, which makes it suitable for making fine and elegant items such as porcelain figurines and tableware<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gray clay (stone clay) \u2013 clay that contains a higher amount of minerals, giving it a gray-brown color, and is used for making functional items such as pottery and ceramic tiles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plastic clay (kaolin) \u2013 clay ideal for shaping and used for making items that require fine modeling techniques<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dodatni_materijali\"><\/span>Additional Materials<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides clay, materials in ceramics include grog to increase strength and resistance to high temperatures, quartz \u2013 which improves the clay\u2019s texture and stability during firing, feldspar \u2013 a mineral used in glaze, and flux \u2013 a heat enhancer, as well as glaze \u2013 a mixture applied to ceramics for protection and decoration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"O_glini_kao_mediju_izrazavanja\"><\/span>Clay as a Medium of Expression<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ceramics offers incredible freedom in expressing creativity and is a unique art form because it combines aesthetics and functionality. Working with clay is relaxing and meditative. The final result is literally a product shaped through interaction with nature, time, and elements \u2014 heat, moisture, and temperature. It unites technique, art, and emotion, making each piece unique and one of a kind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Osnovne_faze_izrade_predmeta_od_keramike\"><\/span>Basic Stages of Making Ceramic Objects<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Preparation of clay is the first step, which involves removing air bubbles from fresh clay and softening it by mixing to make it suitable for shaping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clay shaping can be done in various ways \u2013 hand modeling, shaping on a potter\u2019s wheel, or casting into a mold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The oldest and most basic clay shaping technique is hand-building without any tools. Shapes are created using fingers and palms, and this technique allows great freedom in creating sculptures and unique objects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The technique of making objects by turning on a potter\u2019s wheel uses a rotating wheel to shape clay into symmetrical forms such as dishes, vases, and bowls, using fingers and additional tools. This technique allows for precision and balance in creating pieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The slip casting technique involves pouring liquid clay (called slip) into plaster molds, where it hardens and takes the shape of the mold. This technique allows the production of series of identical items like tiles or dishes with great precision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using the slab building technique, pieces of clay are first shaped into flat slabs, which are then cut and joined into various forms such as boxes, dishes, or sculptures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A widely used technique is coil building, which involves shaping objects from long rolls (coils) of clay that are stacked and joined one on top of the other. It is a very suitable form of artistic expression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to shaping clay in various ways, pieces are further refined by decorating them through carving, engraving, or impressing different patterns and motifs into the clay surface using stamps or tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drying follows after shaping; the pieces must dry slowly to prevent cracking. The drying must be even, so the process takes several days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first firing of a piece in a kiln is done once it is completely dry. This firing is known as the \u201cbisque\u201d firing. It strengthens the piece and removes all moisture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Glazing is done after the bisque firing. The pieces are painted with ceramic colors and coated with glaze. The glaze can be transparent or colored, and it gives the pieces color, shine, and protection. There are many types of glazes, ranging from matte to glossy, and different application techniques such as brushing, pouring, or dipping the piece into the glaze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moji_poceci\"><\/span>My Beginnings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>My first clay objects were made using the coil building technique. At first, I had many ideas in my mind, but not the ability to transform those ideas into clay objects. They say that clay \u201cremembers\u201d and returns to its original shape. No matter how much I tried to control it, I felt like it was controlling me. But over time, I connected with that clay, and some beautiful first functional pieces were created quite quickly. Each new piece was an inspiration for more complex creations and for exploring new modeling and decorating techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/marijanakeramika.hr\/en\/kontakt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here and get in touch with me!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"https:\/\/marijanakeramika.hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Stucke-sirova-glina-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Magija gline - tradicionalni suvenir stucka\" class=\"wp-image-1403\" title=\"\" 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