Shinogi is a decorative technique in which you make notches in the surface of the clay. It often involves a series of parallel grooves. The name refers to the ridge of a Japanese sword: a long line in the blade of the sword that runs from handle to tip.
This technique is not complicated, all you need is a sharp object and a steady hand. A few deep breaths in and out, and extreme focus … and who knows, some beginner’s luck?
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Want to create clean lines? What you need is (masking) tape. It helps you create perfectly straight colour blocks, even if you don’t have a steady hand.
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