Inspired by historic ceramic traditions from around the world, AMACO Potter's Choice Glazes bring the beauty of reduction-style surfaces to oxidation firings. Developed specifically for potters, this versatile glaze series produces rich colors, flowing effects, and dynamic finishes that enhance both smooth and textured clay bodies.
Formulated for optimal performance at Cone 5–6, Potter's Choice Glazes can be used individually for stunning standalone results or layered with other colors in the series to create unique visual effects. Their exceptional layering capabilities encourage experimentation, allowing artists to discover endless combinations and develop personalized glaze palettes.
Whether you're producing functional pottery or expressive sculptural work, Potter's Choice Glazes offer professional-quality finishes that elevate every piece.
Features
- Mid-fire glaze formulated for Cone 5–6
- Inspired by traditional reduction-fired aesthetics
- Produces rich colors and dynamic visual effects
- Enhances both smooth and textured surfaces
- Excellent for layering with other Potter's Choice glazes
- Wide variety of finishes and color responses
- Suitable for decorative and functional ceramics
- Ideal for studio potters, educators, and hobbyists
Specifications
- Glaze Series: Potter's Choice
- Recommended Firing Range: Cone 5–6
- Application Surface: Cone 04 bisque
- Best Results: Oxidation firing
- Compatible With: Layering within the Potter's Choice series
Ideal For
- Wheel-thrown pottery
- Handbuilt ceramics
- Functional ware
- Decorative vessels
- Sculptural ceramics
- Textured surfaces
- Layered glaze techniques
- Studio production
- Ceramic classrooms
Reduction-Inspired Beauty in Oxidation
Potter's Choice Glazes are formulated to mimic many of the depth and complexity traditionally associated with reduction firing while being fired in an oxidation atmosphere. The result is vibrant, expressive surfaces with movement, variation, and character.
Endless Layering Possibilities
One of the defining features of the Potter's Choice series is its compatibility for layering. Combining multiple glazes can produce dramatic shifts in color, texture, and visual depth, making each firing an opportunity for creative discovery.
Experiment with overlapping applications to create:
- Complex surface effects
- Flowing color transitions
- Unique glaze interactions
- One-of-a-kind finishes
Firing Information
- Apply to bisque ware fired to Cone 04 (1063°C / 1945°F)
- Fire glaze to Cone 5 (1186°C / 2167°F) or Cone 6 (1222°C / 2232°F)
- Designed to achieve optimal results in oxidation firings
As with all ceramic glazes, testing with your preferred clay body and kiln schedule is recommended.
