Design Resource
Clay Modelling
Hand Building Techniques
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Tools and Raw Materials
Some of the tools and raw materials used for the Clay Modelling at Shilpakala are mentioned below.
Plank of Wood:
It is used to arrange the prepared clay coils to be joined to gather one by one.
Clay:
Clay free from chemicals are generally preferred are collected from the nearby water sources.
Water:
It is generally used to keep the dried clay material in moisture conditions.
Sand of Red, Black and Grey:
It is used to strengthen the clay material as per the item to be made.
Bhatti (kiln):
Its used for heating the prepared clay models.
Fire Wood:
To impart heat in the Bhatti (kiln) during heating process.
Enamel Colors and Water Colors:
To impart color on the surface of the clay items.
Paint Brush:
To apply the required colors on the surface of clay items.
Plastic Bags:
To store the clay collected from various locations.
Bamboo Stick:
It is used to shape the surface to the required portions.
