Potters with physical challenges

This is a group for anyone who has overcome (offering advice) or needs to overcome (asking advice) physical limitations in their pottery practise.

Throwing Clay after a Stroke

Hi All,I have been throwing clay since the 60's with pretty good results and taught 3 adult and a childrens classes every week. However, 8 years ago I had a stroke which took me out of the business of clay for many years. The past three years(coming around)I have noticed many things I cannot do any more, such as throw big pots, certain clay bodies I do have the strength in my arms and hands to center clay let alone cone it up on my wheel left me very frustrated and was forced to look into many…See More