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Title: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: Winters on June 29, 2016, 10:17:07 AM
I am not sure where else to post this.  :runaway:

I am a master at ceramics but... :frown: ...

I just started learning how to play acoustic guitar. I am wondering if there are any others who also play instruments that affect sensation (calluses). I have noticed that the change in sensation in my finger tips. Light/delicate work is what is changing, throwing rims/lids and sculpting facial features.

Any suggestions on how to do both without negatively impacting my pottery/sculpting?

(Crossing fingers that someone is out there) :crossfingers:

Thanks!  :Purple Koolaid:
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: Cartierfor3 on June 29, 2016, 10:21:18 AM
imagine how much a Winters made ceramic mug would fetch at fattyfest
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: Kat Kid on June 29, 2016, 10:29:09 AM
I have a hollow body guitar you can borrow long term that would solve this problem winters.
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: star seed 7 on June 29, 2016, 10:44:23 AM
Dip your fingers in melted butter before a jam session. This worked for me when I had a similar problem with my wood carving
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: Winters on June 29, 2016, 10:58:03 AM
imagine how much a Winters made ceramic mug would fetch at fattyfest
:driving:
You can try playing on lighter strings. If you are playing acoustic you might be boned unless you buy a classical guitar that is made for nylon strings or just go electric.
Interesting
I have a hollow body guitar you can borrow long term that would solve this problem winters.
big-time!  :thumbs:
Dip your fingers in melted butter before a jam session. This worked for me when I had a similar problem with my wood carving
:emawkid:
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: Mrs. Gooch on June 29, 2016, 11:03:05 AM
I don't know anything about sculpting or guitar playing but apparently they make these finger condoms for just this reason.

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/gorilla-tips-fingertip-protectors
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: Canary on June 29, 2016, 11:11:09 AM
I am not sure where else to post this.  :runaway:

I am a master at ceramics but... :frown: ...

I just started learning how to play acoustic guitar. I am wondering if there are any others who also play instruments that affect sensation (calluses). I have noticed that the change in sensation in my finger tips. Light/delicate work is what is changing, throwing rims/lids and sculpting facial features.

Any suggestions on how to do both without negatively impacting my pottery/sculpting?

(Crossing fingers that someone is out there) :crossfingers:

Thanks!  :Purple Koolaid:
SdK just mentioned to me last weekend that he was struggling with the guitar strings hurting his fingertips as well. I hope you find a good solution.  I wish I could play guitar. I just do piano instead.
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: TCUHornedFrog on June 29, 2016, 11:37:52 AM
I am not sure where else to post this.  :runaway:

I am a master at ceramics but... :frown: ...

I just started learning how to play acoustic guitar. I am wondering if there are any others who also play instruments that affect sensation (calluses). I have noticed that the change in sensation in my finger tips. Light/delicate work is what is changing, throwing rims/lids and sculpting facial features.

Any suggestions on how to do both without negatively impacting my pottery/sculpting?

(Crossing fingers that someone is out there) :crossfingers:

Thanks!  :Purple Koolaid:

Trade out the guitar for a trumpet/flute/saxophone/oboe. 
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: porky morgan on June 29, 2016, 11:39:27 AM
Just power through it. It'll take months but the callus will build up and soon you won't even notice the discomfort any more. But you have to practice regularly. Light gauge strings is a good suggestion. Also try coated strings (like Elixr).
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: Winters on June 29, 2016, 11:50:38 AM
I am not sure where else to post this.  :runaway:

I am a master at ceramics but... :frown: ...

I just started learning how to play acoustic guitar. I am wondering if there are any others who also play instruments that affect sensation (calluses). I have noticed that the change in sensation in my finger tips. Light/delicate work is what is changing, throwing rims/lids and sculpting facial features.

Any suggestions on how to do both without negatively impacting my pottery/sculpting?

(Crossing fingers that someone is out there) :crossfingers:

Thanks!  :Purple Koolaid:

Trade out the guitar for a trumpet/flute/saxophone/oboe.
I'm already an excellent trumpet player  :zzz:
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: Mrs. Gooch on June 29, 2016, 11:52:48 AM
Piano. You should play piano. Girls will put up with anything for a guy who plays piano. (See Twilight and Fifty Shades of Grey.)
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: TCUHornedFrog on June 29, 2016, 12:00:57 PM

Trade out the guitar for a trumpet/flute/saxophone/oboe.
I'm already an excellent trumpet player  :zzz:

Trade out the guitar for flute/saxophone/oboe/clarinet.
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: Dr Rick Daris on June 29, 2016, 12:03:49 PM
learn to do one of those two things with your toes/feet
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: star seed 7 on June 29, 2016, 12:04:30 PM
Jesus christ nardfrog, go away
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: Brock Landers on June 29, 2016, 12:06:52 PM
Piano. You should play piano. Girls will put up with anything for a guy who plays piano. (See Twilight and Fifty Shades of Grey.)


I'm not going to watch those movies but canco chicks dig piano.  Guitar is still cooler though and you can't just lug a piano around easily.
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: Mikeyis4dcats on June 29, 2016, 12:36:20 PM
surely this is a cut and paste
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: Dugout DickStone on June 29, 2016, 12:48:53 PM
How about a combo winters mug and personal jam sesh?  would set an all time high at FF
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: Canary on June 29, 2016, 12:52:48 PM
How about a combo winters mug and personal jam sesh?  would set an all time high at FF
Even as an old guy, I would consider attending FF to witness Winters showcasing his artistic talents. 
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: Tobias on June 29, 2016, 12:55:20 PM
jake bugg and redd's apple ale
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: mocat on June 29, 2016, 01:04:42 PM
jake bugg and redd's apple ale

we were all thinking it  :lol:
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: Dugout DickStone on June 29, 2016, 01:11:14 PM
Wints jamming out with his fingers covered in melted butter...
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: Tobias on June 29, 2016, 01:46:20 PM
Wints jamming out with his fingers covered in melted butter...

spoiler tag that crap, i'm at work
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: Canary on June 29, 2016, 06:48:29 PM
Wints jamming out with his fingers covered in melted butter...
Are you sure it's butter? ????
Title: Re: Guitar & Ceramics
Post by: mocat on June 29, 2016, 07:04:50 PM
Wints jamming out with his fingers covered in melted butter...

*Two fingers