Handbuilt Ceramics

Author: Kathy Triplett
Publisher: Lark Books
ISBN: 9781579901844
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 168

Book Description
Written for the general reader with an interest in ceramics, Handbuilt Ceramics is a big, colorful, and complete how-to manual for shaping clay without a potter’s wheel. Features 8 projects, complete with materials lists, clear step-by-step instructions, and detailed “how-to” color photos.

Handbuilding

Author: Michael Hardy
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN: 9780812217551
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 136

Book Description
All forms of traditional handbuilding are clearly described and beautifully illustrated in color.

Hand Building

Author: Shay Amber
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN: 9781600592430
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 132

Book Description
Ceramics are always popular with crafters, and hand building with low-fire earthenware is a natural place to start. This book by artist Shay Amber will inspire even the most intimidated beginner.

Handbuilt Pottery Techniques Revealed

Author: Jacqui Atkin
Publisher: B.E.S. Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 168

Book Description
Atkin takes the mystery out of hand-building by showing precisely what happens at each point in the process. Simple, creative projects clearly illuminate coil, slab, molds, and pinch techniques--all demonstrated in clear step-by-step photos.

From a Slab of Clay

Author: Daryl E. Baird
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781574983173
Category : Handbuilding (Pottery)
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
From the Back Cover: Working with clay slabs offers more opportunities than any other forming process. From small dishes and plates to architectural installments, slabs can be used to create any form, any size. When Daryl Baird took notice of all the work being done with this technique, he decided to explore it in depth then open the doors for others to enjoy. In From A Slab of Clay you'll learn about what it takes to start out on a journey that's sure to last a lifetime. From setting up a proper working space to selecting the right tools and equipment-including complete instructions for building your own slab roller-Daryl doesn't miss any details for you to consider to assure your success. To learn a variety of techniques, Daryl leads you through sixteen demonstrations from making simple tiles to complex boxes. As you progress through the demonstration, you'll have no problem combining techniques and exploring some of the infinite possibilities finding inspiration in the scores of images from dozens of talented clay artists.

Mastering Hand Building

Author: Sunshine Cobb
Publisher: Voyageur Press (MN)
ISBN: 0760352739
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 211

Book Description
Mastering Hand Building teaches everything you need to know about building with clay by hand, from the basics of coils and slabs through more complex form design.

Ceramics for Beginners

Author: Susan Halls
Publisher: Union Square & Company
ISBN: 9781454710608
Category : CRAFTS & HOBBIES
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
An easy-to-follow beginner's workshop in creating the human form and self-supporting, standing animals in clay simple. This revised and updated edition includes 4 new projects.

Pinch Pottery

Author: Susan Halls
Publisher: Union Square & Company
ISBN: 9781454704133
Category : Pottery
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The technique is simple; the results are gorgeous! Susan Hallss stunningly refined, sophisticated, and modern projects range from a mug and vase to a teapot and triple herb planter. Beginning with the basic pinch pot, they move on to wider, taller, and composite forms, all with stunning options for color and surface decoration.

Clay

Author: Vince Pitelka
Publisher: Amer Ceramic Society
ISBN: 9781574983326
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 368

Book Description
"Every day, ceramic artists encounter techniques, processes, materials, problems, and more that leave them with questions such as: How? Why? Where? Clay: A Studio Handbook answers those questions with authoritative, comprehensive coverage of topics ranging from studio safety, finding, making, and improvising tools and equipment, firing processes and theory, and much more. Drawing on more than 30 years of experience in ceramics, Pitelka has created the most practical, all-inclusive studio handbook for students, studio artists, educators, and all those interested in the art of clay. Ten chapters, addressing the full range of ceramic processes, bring a lifetime of ceramic knowledge directly into the hands of potters. Written with concern for safe and efficient studio operation, diligent attention is paid to safety practices. A thorough table of contents, glossary, and index make finding answers quick and convenient. Numerous step-by-step illustrations guide readers through the many techniques."--Publisher's description.

Pottery for Beginners

Author: George Sifounios
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781520108056
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 112

Book Description
If you Love Pottery Art or you are a new Potter this book is for you!!!! An essential Pottery Book with Special Images for new enthusiastic potters or amateurs Potters and people who want to learn about the Pottery Art. Pottery for Beginners is a Pottery Book writen by George Sifounios from Sifoutvpottery.com who got immersed in the world of pottery before he turned 25 years.What you need to start making ceramics on the potter's wheel, the equipment you will need like the potter's wheel , the Electric kiln , what type of tools you will need for pottery making and how to have your first firing etc. On this book you can have the first meet with Ancient Greek Pottery History and The Pottery Art. How to start your life as a Pottery Artist, What you have to expect when you will start pottery lessons on professional potters. You can find how to throw your first pottery pot on the wheel, the diferent types of pottery clay , and also a small introduction on the amazing world of Raku Pottery.One of the most passionate Potters from Leros Island Greece is George Sifounios who got immersed in the world of pottery before he turned 25 years. It was love at first sight as it happens with most arts. Plenty of work, effort and passion are still being poured in his projects day by day.A man of art but a man of family, as well, he managed to inspire and attract in his love for pottery his friends and family, collaborating every so often with his children in various projects. He is married with Maria and has two children, Eftymios (Who is also a Potter) and Alexandra.George Sifounios is a Potter of many techniques, as he never stops growing and developing in this art even after so many years of practicing pottery. He focuses on international pottery techniques and he is keen on spreading the love for pottery and teaching others interesting techniques. From molding up pottery to painting on the finite product, George loves each bit of hard work and this can be seen on the pottery items he creates.