How to work with ceramics
Subtitle: easy techniques and over 20 great projects
Published: 2016
Language: eng
Number of pages: 159
ISBN-13: 9781911163251
Subjects: Ceramics
Other titles: Complete ceramics.
Description: With its diverse collection of techniques and more than 20 inspiring projects, this is the definitive potter's companion! From pinch pots, coil building, and slab construction to creative throwing practices and moldmaking, this must-have reference for ceramists covers all the basics ... and beyond. Accompanying photos help newcomers build a strong technical foundation, and the stunning projects, including a square-slabbed dish and porcelain wall boxes, will appeal to potters of every level. There's also a fascinating history of pottery, and a guide to the various types of clays and kilns.
Notes: Includes index.

Originally published under title: Complete ceramics : easy techniques and over 20 great projects.
Table of contents: title: History; title: Materials & equipment; title: Health & safety; title: Pinch pots; title: Texture & colour; title: Coiling. Heart pot ; Aperture ; Abstract curves ; Stoneware bottles; title: Slabbing. Handkerchief soap dish ; Vintage toothbrush holder ; Botanical wall plaques ; Porcelain paperclay nightlight ; Wind chime; title: Throwing. Bud vase ; Spring green cup and saucer ; Rocking bowls ; Porcelain fruit bowl; title: Mould making and slipcasting. Small bowl ; Retro mugs ; Face vase ; Raku banana ; Lace lights; title: Advanced techniques. Distorted vase ; Bird ; Picture perfect ; Spring green teapot; title: Glossary; title: Designers; title: Resources; title: Index; title: Acknowledgments.