4 minute video about making a sphere from terracotta clay.
How to make a ceramic sphere.
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If the clay is only 2 or 2 5 inches in diameter insert a needle tool into the sphere and insert it at least half way into the sphere so that the sphere is broken up in the center and no part of the sphere is more than 1 5 inches.
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If one has not been left in the forming process an opening big enough to insert a hand is carved out at this point.
It s ok to leave the balloon inside.
If your sphere is larger than 2 or 2 5 inches in diameter you will need to hollow out the insides with a small scoop.
Remember you must pierce a hole in the sphere to allow air to escape.
While the clay is still leather hard i paddle the sphere with the balloon inside to strengthen joints or to alter shape and create additional texture.