How to Throw and Trim a Bowl with Informative Cross Sections

In this week's video I'm throwing and trimming a simple stoneware bowl form. I'm trying something new in this video, as you watch I'll include a number of cross-sections and diagrams to help explain some of the topics I speak about. Please let me know what you think and whether these sorts of images help with my explanations.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:20 - Preparing reclaimed clay to throw with
2:12 - Throwing the bowls
2:43 - Cross section of thrown form
6:10 - Flipping over the leather hard bowls
6:41 - Trimming the bowls
7:17 - Cross section of clay that needs to be removed
11:17 - Discussing trimmed thickness with correct and incorrect examples
15:52 - Finished pieces, (not yet fired)

I throw using a Rohde HMT500 potter's wheel and for the most part use Bison trimming tools.
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[fastenough]

the last shot of the bowls perfectly stacking at the rim was so impressive

[verleede]

The diagrams were very helpful to illuminate the internal planning process of trimming, and I think in other contexts they would continue to add color to your thoughtful, fluid expression of what you are doing. Thank you for another informative and well made video.

[ruthfinamore]

You speak so eloquently and explicitly. VERY helpful and informative! Thank you!

[seahorseceramics]

Great video. I've been throwing for years but ALWAYS struggled with a well formed bowl. I'm feeling enlightened.

[mikeu]

Thank you for your generosity in sharing your skills with us. Cheers from Japan.

[ratstograts]

Very much appreciated the cross section drawings. Very helpful video. thank you.

[coversbyaalia]

Yes, very useful! Your remark of using the corner of the teardrop tool at the bottom instead of starting it flat is very useful. My bottoms often end up domed and distorted. Also, high speed + sharp tool = Yes.

[WayneRigbyMusic]

Love how the bowls sit on top of each other perfectly! Nice to have the diagrams as “mental blueprint” to work towards too :)

[StanlocoInc]

It’s amazing to see perfect pottery and the hands that form them vs just buying a piece and wondering how it’s done.
Those bowls even while still clay are beautiful. Seeing the diagrams did in fact help and it is great to know the process and your thinking behind it.

[catherinehancock-uhud]

Thank you I have learned so much and realise now where I have been going wrong! Keep up the good work.

[inbarsarig]

the fine tuned details are very helpful, thank you!

[monicamestas]

I threw my first bowl in pottery class today. Couldn't destroy it for the educational value; but after watching your three beginner videos (and seeing your end products), I definitely see the value. So maybe next time ;) Very helpful instruction. Thank you!

[barbarab]

Very helpful. Your clear explanation and great diagrams make it easy to understand. Thank you.

[whoiskcwhat]

So relaxing to watch this with a good glass of single malt.

[deborahwybou]

Really liked the use of the diagrams. Great videos.

[julig-iu]

Your videos are very beneficial. As a beginner, I come home from class, watch your videos, and then again before class I do the same. It's great to have the time to absorb your videos and apply the concepts in class. Thank you!!!

[susantong-lim]

Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge with us. Love the diagrams...very helpful. A fan from, Ottawa, Canada

[RayMrRobert]

I love simple forms. You aced it here. Perfect throwing and trimming. Thank you.

[GoD]

The diagrams were so helpful, really gave insight into your working process.

[faydiva]

Oh my goodness. I am a very new potter but love trimming. I could watch this all day. I found the diagrams particularly helpful, thank you.