An essential illustrated reference for both beginner and advanced potters, these photographic sequences guide you through a comprehensive range of shaping, firing and decorating techniques, so you can begin making wonderful ceramics even if you've never attempted pottery before. Learn about essential tools and equipment, different types and constituencies of clay, methods of production and much more. Includes dozens of ideas for creating textured...
A basic picture guidebook to recognizing the authenticity of Pre-Columbian burial artifacts. Appraisals are used most often to confirm the authenticity and current value of items. Getting an appraisal can help owners get an idea of how much they should insure items for. Appraisals help both sellers and buyers by providing information on an item's history, origin, and condition and therefore a justification for an item's price. If you require such...
Ever wonder about those clever Chinese "niren" figures, more commonly known as Chinese mud men, that have captured the imagination and enthusiasm of collectors worldwide? Finally, a book that separates fact from fiction and provides important information and fascinating insights. You will learn about the varieties of mud men, their symbolism, how to spot and assess damage, and the challenges in discerning the age of these figures. The author offers...
Whether you look forward to glazing your work or are guilty of saying "I hate glazing!" Amazing Glaze is for you. Join author and Odyssey Clayworks founder Gabriel Kline on a journey that makes glazing less intimidating and more fun. Start in the "glaze kitchen" where you'll set yourself up for success, then move on to learning the tools and techniques for getting your glaze right every time. Along the way, Gabriel shares dozens of tried-and-true...
An Anthology of Growth, Creativity and Mind-Space. n Bundel oor Groei, Kreatiwiteit en Kopruimte. An Anthology of Verse, containing verse in the Authors mother tongue, Afrikaans, and English. These poems are all written in different styles: depicting, in dialogues, monologues, Shakespearean, film-inspired, dream-inspired, dubious, philosophical, impressionistic, and finally (thought youd never get here!) deeply personal. Intended to accompany the...
Let go of your pretensions-squeeze, shape, knead & play your way to spiritual growth.
"I am being formed by the clay. I am reconnecting with the earth, and with the other basic elements, too-air, water, fire-and life itself. Every gesture leaves its trail in the clay. Every fingerprint, a message. My breath fills the cavity. My touch curves the wall of a bowl. And inwardly, I am being formed by the outward practice. I am learning to trust the process,...
Take your skills - and your work - to the next level. Mastering the Potter's Wheel starts with an introduction to wheel-throwing, from centering to creating the basic forms. What pushes this book beyond the competition, however, are the techniques offered in the chapters that follow. From a variety of methods for throwing large objects such as pitchers and platters, to alterations, darting, and paddling, this book offers potters a world of possibilities....
From pinch pots to coiled boxes to soft slab tableware, mastering hand building is a lifelong pursuit. In this book, Sunshine Cobb covers all the foundational skills, with lessons for constructing both simple and complex forms from clay. Ceramic artists will also find a variety of next-level techniques and tips: designing templates and replicating pieces, lidded vessels, using molds, a variety of decorative techniques, and other avenues of exploration...
El cartón piedra, el bordado, el alambre, la plastilina, la masa de pan. Una gran variedad de formas para divertirse y ser creativos. Pero es necesario saber cómo se enseña y cómo se hace; para ello necesitamos una guía capaz de orientarnos y de estimular nuestra imaginación. En este libro encontramos todo lo esencial para los niños de cualquier edad, con los accesorios necesarios, los materiales adecuados, los consejos para evitar los errores...
This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to various handicrafts, including pottery, basket making, needlework, and more. It includes step-by-step instructions and simple diagrams, making it perfect for the novice. A fantastic addition to any collection and a must-have for handicraft enthusiasts.
Eva Zeisel was one of the twentieth century's most influential ceramicists and designers of modern housewares. Her distinctive take on modern industrial design was inspired by organic form and brought beauty and playfulness to housewares, earning her designs a beloved place in midcentury homes. This richly illustrated volume-the first-ever complete biographical account of Zeisel's life and work-presents an extensive survey of every line she ever created,...
Take your work to the next level! Join ceramic artist Deb Schwartzkopf for a journey that will help you grow as a functional potter, whether your background is in wheel-throwing or handbuilding.
Creative Pottery begins with a quick review of where you are in your own journey as a potter. If you need to brush up on the basics, help setting goals, or pointers on how to translate your inspiration into your work, you've come to the right place. The rest...
Transform areas and items in your home into beautiful works of art! Eye-catching and a lot of fun to do, this introductory guide to mosaic art (literally) covers everything, from window sills, wall murals, and coffee tables to flower pots, picture frames, trays, and so many more decorative pieces for both the home and garden! With 16 beautiful projects to create, supply lists, step-by-step photography and captions, helpful tips, and everything you...
Learn how to apply interesting and inspired surface techniques to your ceramic work through 20 step-by-step projects.
Carve Your Clay takes you through creative techniques that produce amazing, dynamic results, including inlay, piercing, sgraffito, etching, relief carving, wire cutting, and more. Gain new skills as you complete 20 projects featuring author Hilda Carr's signature style, each with clear step-by-step photography and easy-to-follow...
Todos los grandes escultores aprendieron su oficio con la arcilla, ya que es un material que permite corregir cuantos errores puedan cometerse durante el modelado. En este manual aprenderá todos sus secretos
Casi sin proponérselo, conocerá los materiales, los utensilios, las técnicas de modelado, la utilización del torno y los moldes, y los métodos de decoración, como el grabado, la impresión o la perforación
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This ebook presents the work of 30 contemporary artists who have turned to clay to shape their most innovative ideas into stunning works of art. From cups shaped like crystals to a tree trunk made of porcelain and stoneware planters painted to look like ladies, popular curator and blogger Kate Singleton collects here whimsical pieces with narrative, graphic, curious, and organic qualities that blur the line between fine art, design, and craft. Ceramics...
At one time or another, every potter gets frustrated at the wheel. Whether struggling to center the clay or attach a handle with precision, potters of all levels crave advice and answers, and world-renowned ceramicist and YouTube sensation Simon Leach has plenty to give. In Simon Leach's Pottery Handbook-a book-and-DVD package-he presents clear tutorials and loads of original instruction on all of the core techniques, from studio setup to basic throwing,...