5 Types of Wild Clay You Can Find Outdoors

For centuries, pottery began with wild clay, sourced directly from nature before commercial suppliers existed. This video reveals how today's potters can tap into those ancient skills by identifying and using five types of wild clay found outdoors. Silas Adams, a potter with two decades of experience, demystifies the process of sourcing pottery clay from creek banks, rivers, ponds, and even your backyard subsoil. Learn which patches hold promise and what field tests can save your time. Stop wasting effort on sticky mud that won't withstand a kiln and discover the art of transforming natural clay into your own handcrafted pottery.