Complete Pottery Techniques: Design, Form, Throw, Decorate and More, with Workshops from Professional Makers
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Aug 2019 · Dorling Kindersley Ltd
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Discover how to truly connect with clay, bring ideas to life, and become a highly skilled potter.
From first throwing down the clay, through experimenting with decorative effects and trying out new glazing recipes, to judging the ideal firing cycle, Complete Pottery Techniques is the perfect companion for every step of the pottery journey - and an ideal gift for all inspired creators.
Produced by a team of 18 talented potters, demonstrating the widest range of skills and creative styles showcased in beautiful photography, this book will inspire as well as teach.
Sgraffito, nerikomi, terra sigillata, raku firing effects... Complete Pottery Techniques has got it all covered, explaining each method with straightforward instructions, expert tips, and crystal clear photography of each stage involved.
The ebook also explores alternative ways of forming clay pieces, with in-depth coverage of pinching, slabbing, coiling and using moulds, demonstrating creative possibilities apart from the wheel.
Whether you're a hobbyist just starting out or an experienced practitioner, this is the up-to-date, one-stop guide to help you realise your pottery potential.
From first throwing down the clay, through experimenting with decorative effects and trying out new glazing recipes, to judging the ideal firing cycle, Complete Pottery Techniques is the perfect companion for every step of the pottery journey - and an ideal gift for all inspired creators.
Produced by a team of 18 talented potters, demonstrating the widest range of skills and creative styles showcased in beautiful photography, this book will inspire as well as teach.
Sgraffito, nerikomi, terra sigillata, raku firing effects... Complete Pottery Techniques has got it all covered, explaining each method with straightforward instructions, expert tips, and crystal clear photography of each stage involved.
The ebook also explores alternative ways of forming clay pieces, with in-depth coverage of pinching, slabbing, coiling and using moulds, demonstrating creative possibilities apart from the wheel.
Whether you're a hobbyist just starting out or an experienced practitioner, this is the up-to-date, one-stop guide to help you realise your pottery potential.
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Jess Jos, creative consultant and main author, is an experienced potter and teacher. She enjoys experimenting with wheel-thrown and handbuilt pieces, creating bespoke commissions for private clients and restaurants. Jess has a BA in Ceramics from Camberwell Art College and is a craftsperson in residence at Stepney City Farm, London. Several other contributors ensure the book covers a broad range of styles.
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