15. Minimalist Wall Clock Face
What This Idea Means
A contemporary art piece that combines hand-built clay textures with working clock mechanisms.
How to Make It
- Roll out a uniform, flat, circular slab of clay ($\frac{3}{8}$ inch thick).
- Cut a crisp $\frac{5}{16}$ inch hole directly through the precise center for the clock spindle.
- Impress subtle hour tick marks, minimal dots, or smooth textures onto the surface.
- Dry slowly under flat boards to prevent warping.
- After firing/drying, install standard battery-powered clock mechanism components through the center.
Tips and Variations
- Tip: Flip the slab daily during the drying phase to prevent warping or edge lifting.
- Variation: Create non-circular, asymmetrical organic shield shapes for modern abstract clock faces.
