Wedging is “the process of kneading the clay with the hands to remove air bubbles and ensure a homogenous [sic] mass”. (Hansen-Gard n.d.)
Tip: Wedge all the clay at once before dividing it into smaller balls.
Bibliography
Hansen-Gard, Jeni. n.d. “How to Wedge Clay Properly.” Default. Accessed September 12, 2023. https://ceramicartsnetwork.org/daily/article/How-to-Wedge-Clay-Properly.