From A Slab Of Clay

Author : Daryl E. Baird
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Handbuilding (Pottery)
ISBN : 1574983172

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From a Slab of Clay by Daryl E. Baird Pdf

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.

Author : Cynthia Tinapple
Publisher : Watson-Guptill
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2013-07-30
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780823085903

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Polymer Clay Global Perspectives by Cynthia Tinapple Pdf

Explore the World--in Polymer Clay! Polymer artists are connected like never before. As the acclaimed curator of the popular blog PolymerClayDaily.com, Cynthia Tinapple brings together 115 diverse artists from around the world to showcase the work of this new international community. Polymer Clay Global Perspectives invites you to explore the trends and cutting-edge styles that are influencing the future of this medium. In this masterful collection, you'll find: · Tips to create meaningful art that reflects your personality and vision · Behind-the-scenes profiles of 13 innovative artists in their studios · Step-by-step projects by contributors who share their signature methods, such as mokume gane, extruded canes, and adapted glass-blowing techniques · Galleries showcasing the best of the best polymer work in jewelry, miniatures, sculpture, and much more With artists including Kim Korringa, Shay Aaron, and Fabiola Perez offering their expertise, you'll find endless inspiration to take your art to the next level. Begin your own journey through the new landscape of contemporary polymer. A world of possibilities awaits.

Author : Mary Ellis
Publisher : Lark Books
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1579905552

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Ceramics for Kids by Mary Ellis Pdf

Provides an introduction to clay and pottery, plus instructions for twenty-five projects using various methods, such as a pinch and coil Japanese tea bowl and a press-molded hanging bird bath.

Author : Ian Marsh,Jim Robison
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 113 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2010-08-01
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781408110072

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Slab Techniques by Ian Marsh,Jim Robison Pdf

A practical handbook exporing the possibilities of ceramic work using slabs.

Author : Sunshine Cobb
Publisher : Voyageur Press
Page : 211 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2018-01-16
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780760362723

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Mastering Hand Building by Sunshine Cobb Pdf

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 are all inside. Artist features and inspirational galleries include work from today's top working artists, such as Bryan Hopkins, Lindsay Oesterritter, Liz Zlot Summerfield, Bandana Pottery, Shoko Teruyama, Courtney Martin, Sam Chung, Deborah Schwartzkopf, and many more. Take your hand building skills—and your artwork—to the next level with Mastering Hand Building. The Mastering Ceramics series is for artists who never stop learning. With compelling projects, expert insight, step-by-step photos, and galleries of work from today’s top artists, these books are the perfect studio companions. Also available from the series: Mastering the Potter's Wheel and Mastering Kilns and Firing.

Author : Kathy Triplett
Publisher : Lark Books
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1579901840

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Handbuilt Ceramics by Kathy Triplett Pdf

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.

Author : Kristin Müller
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Artists' studios
ISBN : 9781616737955

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The Potter's Studio Handbook by Kristin Müller Pdf

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2019-08-27
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781465497970

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Complete Pottery Techniques by DK Pdf

Discover how to develop your pottery design skills and bring your ideas to life from start to finish. Covering every technique from throwing pottery to firing, glazing to sgraffito, this pottery book is perfect for both hand-building beginners and potting pros. Step-by-step photographs - some from the potter's perspective - show you exactly where to place your hands when throwing so you can master every technique you need to know. Plus, expert tips help you rescue your pots when things go wrong. The next in the popular Artist's Techniques series, Complete Pottery is the ideal companion for pottery classes of any level, or a go-to guide and inspiration for the more experienced potter looking to expand their repertoire and perfect new skills. With contemporary design and ideas, Complete Pottery Techniques enables the modern maker to unleash their creativity.

Author : Vince Pitelka
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : UOM:39015051607649

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Clay by Vince Pitelka Pdf

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.

Author : Kristin Muller,Jeff Zamek
Publisher : Quarry Books
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2011-10-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781610581608

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The Potter's Complete Studio Handbook by Kristin Muller,Jeff Zamek Pdf

Pottery making and wheel throwing is a timeless craft, perfect for beginner crafters and artisans who don't mind getting their hands dirty. The Potter's Complete Studio Handbook is the perfect guide for all levels to enjoy and master the art of pottery. The book is a compilation of the best features from The Potter's Studio Handbook and The Potter's Studio Clay and Glaze Handbook, bringing the best of hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques together with comprehensive instruction for clays and glazes. Inside, you'll find: —expert tips and tricks for selecting and preparing your clay, constructing slab projects, throwing and centering clay on the wheel, firing your project to perfection —16 beautiful and functional projects with step-by-step photos using wheel-throwing, hand-building, and slipcasting techniques that can be done at home —more than 40 formulas for unique clays and glazes with instructions on how to use them plus troubleshooting tips from the experts —behind-the-scenes access to production and mining facilities . . . and much more!

Author : Melissa Weiss
Publisher : Rockport Publishers
Page : 163 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2018-11-20
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781631595981

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Handbuilt, A Potter's Guide by Melissa Weiss Pdf

In Handbuilt, A Potter's Guide, pottery expert Melissa Weiss shows you the basics of crafting without a wheel, how to harvest and work wild clay, and using natural glazes. Handbuilt pottery is the perfect way for new potters to dive into this unique medium because it doesn't require access to a potter's wheel. In Handbuilt, A Potter's Guide, Melissa Weiss takes an organic approach to harvesting and working with local clays, and even shows you how to mix your own glazes to use on functional pottery for use at home. Students of pottery the world over have traveled to North Carolina to attend Weiss's classes. Now you don't have to! In this book, Melissa provides you with a solid course on slab and pinch-pot techniques that allow beginning students to master the basics and progress through finished wares. Looking to go a little deeper? Melissa also offers her unique knowledge of how to dig and process local clays for use in pottery, and for the techniques she has developed for creating unique glazes with ash, salt, and other dry materials. Melissa will also introduce you talented contemporary potters, who will share their work, tips, advice, and techniques. Learn the basics of handbuilding and more with this engaging guide.

Author : Forrest Lesch-Middelton
Publisher : Quarry Books
Page : 211 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2019-09-17
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780760364314

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Handmade Tile by Forrest Lesch-Middelton Pdf

Handmade Tile is a contemporary guide for ceramic artists and anyone interested in custom tile installations—from making, designing, and decorating to designing your space and installation. No matter how many years of experience you have as a ceramic artist or how many home-improvement projects you’ve tackled, nothing prepares you for the unique world of ceramic tile. From concept and design, through firing and installation, ceramic tiling is one of the few places in a home where art is permanently installed as a feature of a room. In Handmade Tile, Forrest Lesch-Middelton shares everything he’s learned as the founder and owner of the custom tile business FLM Ceramics and Tile. From his years as a one-man operation to his current production facility, Forrest has seen it all and helps you every step of the way. Whether you want to make your own tile, or want to use artistic and custom-made tile in your home, this book has everything you need. Key features of the book include: Making Tile: key tools, rolling, cutting, extruding Decorating: glazes, image transfer, cuerda seca, underglaze, slip Designing Your Space: tile in context, choosing your tile, codes and standards Installation: removing old tile, backing, preparing surfaces, setting, grouting Galleries and interviews with today’s top workings artists in tile round out the package. Featured artists include Allison Bloom, Boris Aldridge, Disc Interiors, PV Tile, and more.

Author : Michael Hardy
Publisher : University of Pennsylvania Press
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2000-07-19
Category : Art
ISBN : 0812217551

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Handbuilding by Michael Hardy Pdf

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

Author : Anderson Turner
Publisher : The American Ceramic Society
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781574985269

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Extruder, Mold & Tile by Anderson Turner Pdf

Author : Suzanne J. E. Tourtillott
Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Art
ISBN : 1579909612

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The Figure in Clay by Suzanne J. E. Tourtillott Pdf

A stunning survey of nine master ceramists and a fascinating study of their sculptural techniques.