This cobalt coloured oxide is a decorative textured ceramic coating, created by ceramic artist Eddie Curtis, and can be used on its own or with a porcelain slip to produce a diverse selection of organic, textured surfaces. Whether oxidised or in reduction, cobalt is very strong but with care, this texture paste can be blended with Curtis Texture Paste - Neutral to give delicate hues of blue. 

Application

Apply directly to soft or leather-hard clay using a stiff brush, palette knife or flat wooden tool. Build up areas of varying thickness to create textured surfaces and patterns. To help retain texture and structure, dry the surface quickly using a heat gun or blow torch. Once the paste is dry and firm to the touch, a layer of porcelain slip can be brushed over the surface if desired.

Experimenting with different application thicknesses can produce a variety of effects. Thinner layers allow more of the underlying clay or surface colour to show through, while thicker applications create more pronounced texture.