The Ceramics Bible: The Complete Guide to Materials and Techniques
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| Rating | : | 4.62 (812 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1452101620 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 288 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-04-13 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Also included are beautiful examples of contemporary work, plus plenty of historical information, artist profiles, troubleshooting tips, and an extensive resource section. Inside are step-by-step instructions on molding, firing, and glazing techniques, generously accompanied by detailed photographs. The Ceramics Bible is the most comprehensive and up-to-date volume on the subject. Ceramicists have been plying their art and craft for thousands of years, and never more prolifically than today. Perfect for students, artists, and collectors, this is a tremendously valuable addition to the vibrant world of ceramics.. Brimming with more than 700 full-color photos and illustrations, this is the new definitive guide for serious ceramics practitioners
She has received numerous design awards and her work has been featured in respected design publications. She lives in England. . Louisa Taylor holds a Masters degree in Ceramics and Glass
Retailers Selling for the Full $40 w/o tax. Amazon sells for $26+Prime. Zen Great book to add to my collection.Also bought the:- Handbuilt pottery Techniques Revealed- Mold Making and Slip CastingEach book has it's own version of techniques that the other book does not cover. Very little overlap among the three books other than simply playing with clay.Blique's Art store was selling this for the whole $40 not including Tax.Nailed it off Amazon for. The Pottery Bible Should be named Pottery Bible. Maybe 3 pages on slip cast mold ceramics do's and dont's. I was looking for a book to teach me how to use my molds and kiln and slip and how to fire and paint bisqueware, types of paints, etc. Not much of what I was looking for in this book that I've found.. "The Ceramics Bible" according to Karen S. Holland. LOVE IT!! I used this book in my Ceramics II college class and plan to use this one for many years to come in my own ceramics studio! I would highly recommend this book for beginners especially to learn the techniques necessary create great ceramic pieces.
About a dozen artists across the globe are profiled, communicating individual backgrounds and philosophies as well as sample portfolios. It looks like a coffee-table book, complete with exquisite galleries for almost every technique. From Booklist If there’s only room in the library budget for one book on ceramics, select this one, because not only is British potter Taylor’s know-how encyclopedic but her book is simply a gorgeous how-to. Tips and troubleshooting information save novices and pros alike from lengthy diagnoses of failures, whether the issue is a wobbly or a pinholed pot.