Brushing, Application by
Brushing is a decorative technique that allows the application of engobes, glazes, oxides or pigments with a brush or similar tools to create detailed designs, complex patterns or abstract effects. It is a very versatile technique, used on both utilitarian and artistic pieces, and can be done on raw, bisque-fired or glazed pieces.
Brushing offers almost unlimited creative freedom. Depending on the type of brush used, it is possible to achieve fine, precise strokes or more expressive, fluid effects. It is also ideal for working with multiple colors, applying layers that can blend into each other or remain defined after firing.
The success of the brushing depends on the consistency of the material applied, as well as the control of the stroke and the absorption of the surface. On raw pieces, painted engobes integrate directly with the clay, while on bisque-fired or glazed pieces, the effect may vary depending on the firing.Interesting Fact
Brushing has been used for thousands of years, from the pottery of the Greek and Roman cultures, where vessels were decorated with narrative motifs, to the Chinese porcelains decorated with cobalt blue, which have become icons of world ceramics.Helpful Tip
Use brushes of different sizes and shapes to explore a variety of effects. For precise lines, thin the material slightly, and for denser effects, use pigments with less water. Always test on test pieces to predict how the colors will change after firing.
