hand-building techniques

Hand-building techniques refer to methods of creating pottery or ceramics using one's hands and basic tools, rather than a potter's wheel. Common techniques include pinch pottery, where clay is shaped by pinching it between fingers; coil building, which involves rolling clay into long ropes and stacking them to form shapes; and slab construction, where flattened pieces of clay are cut and joined. These techniques allow for creativity and unique designs, as they enable artists to explore textures, forms, and sizes in their work. Hand-building emphasizes craftsmanship and personal expression in ceramics.