The Potter's Bible
The Potter's Bible
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The Potter's Bible is a must-have guide for beginners and advanced potters with descriptions of the equipment and materials of the craft.
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The Potter's Bible by Marylin Scott
An essential illustrated reference for both beginner and advanced potters, The Potter’s Bible features step-by-step photographic sequences to guide you through a comprehensive range of techniques. Begin making beautiful ceramics, even if you’ve never attempted pottery before, following detailed information about: Essential tools and studio equipment Different types and constituencies of clay – including earthenware, stoneware, porcelain, and raku Forming methods – including pinching, coiling, slabbing, press molding, throwing, and trimming Adding texture and patterns – with techniques such as sgraffito, stamping, inlaying, and burnishing Painting and printing – using slip, banding and combing, resists, and underglazes Glazes and post-firing techniques – including salt and soda glazes, lusters, and metal leaf Essential technical resources – such as glaze recipes, types of kilns and firings, and health and safety tips This 192-page hardcover book with internal wire-o binding is 6.5 × 8 inches, a perfect size for you to keep handy and reference often. A glossary at the back defines important terms. With its combination of practical advice, exciting images, and inspirational ideas, this book is a must-have for all potters at any stage of their career.Marilyn Scott is a professional artist who works across a wide range of media. She studied painting at the Guildford School of Art and the Royal Academy of Painting in London. She is a respected practical art author.
SKU | Unavailable |
ISBN 13 | 9780785821434 |
ISBN 10 | 0785821430 |
Title | The Potter's Bible |
Author | Marylin Scott |
Series | Artist Craft Bible Series |
Condition | Unavailable |
Binding Type | Spiral bound |
Publisher | Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc |
Year published | 2021-06-15 |
Number of pages | 192 |
Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
Note | Unavailable |