To make a pot, a potter first prepares clay by kneading it until smooth and pliable, then centers a lump of clay on a pottery wheel. As the wheel spins, the potter uses their hands to carefully pull the clay upwards, shaping it into a hollow form by applying gentle pressure and manipulating the walls to achieve the desired thickness. Once the basic shape is formed, the pot can be further refined by trimming the edges and adding decorative details. After drying, the pot is fired in a kiln at high temperatures to harden the clay, making it durable and watertight. Depending on the desired finish, the pot may then be glazed with a decorative coating before being fired again.

Key points:

Clay preparation: Kneading clay to remove air bubbles and achieve a workable consistency.

Pottery wheel: A spinning device used to shape the clay evenly.

Centering the clay: Placing the clay in the middle of the wheel before shaping.

Pulling and shaping: Using hands to gradually pull the clay up and form the pot's walls.

Trimming and detailing: Refining the shape and adding decorative elements.

Drying and firing: Allowing the pot to dry before being heated in a kiln to harden the clay.

Glazing (optional): Applying a glaze coating for added decoration and functionality.