Ceramic Books

The book begins with a history of ceramics that covers techniques and styles from various periods and parts of the world. Then clays and glazes are introduced, with details on the diffrent types and their compositions, as well as instruction on how to prepare them. Next, kilns, kiln furniture, potters' wheels, and other equipment and tools are illustrated and thier uses demonstrated. The core of the book is dedicated to presenting the full range of ceramic techniques: hand-building, molding, throwing, glazing, and firing. In the final section, step-by-step projects show how to employ these techniques to create a variety of vessles and sculptural forms.

By John Conrad. Net Wt. is 1.60 lbs.

Celadons-some of the most beautiful, subtle, and visually varied glazes-can be re-created with the guidance available in this terrific study from noted chemist and potter Robert Tichane. He shares the results of thousands of tests to help you achieve success with this notoriously fussy glaze. Depending on the variables, celadons can produce a variety of colorations, from sky blue to green to gray, and this book, written in non-technical terms, will help you achieve the effect you desire-from dramatic to understated. Net Wt. is 1.15 lbs.

This is by far the most attractive volume on ceramic bead-making anywhere! Crafters will eagerly snap it up to learn how they can create a variety of striking projects using low-fire clay and a rainbow of colorful glazes. The basic techniques include hand-rolling, cutting, stamping, press-molding, and extruding, as well as surface embellishment, and the 30 colorful jewelry projects are wonderfully simple. Nothing says love more than the flirty urban-hip ring with a metal clay arrow shot through the heart. A bohemian chic big-bead necklace mimics the look of traditional majolica. Charming photography captures the colors and textures of a festive outdoor market, making every page playful, fun, and accessible. Net Wt. is 1.65 lbs.

Ceramic craftsmen intent on making pottery for everyday use, as well as dedicated artisans concentrating on fine-art objects will find inspiration and practical instruction in this handsome volume. Step-by-step tutorials take readers through each stage of the ceramic-making process with: A clearly illustrated summary of essential potter's tools, Instruction on developing design concepts and making prototypes and technical drawings, Making models from drawings Making sample pieces to test glazes, colors, and surfaces, and Final design, creation of finished pieces, and development of a portfolio for presentation to buyers. Featuring practical exercises for each stage in pottery design and construction, this beautifully illustrated book is mainly intended for students planning to develop a career as professional ceramic designers, but ambitious amateur do-it-yourselfers will also find plenty of inspiration and solid instruction. The author, a noted ceramicist, covers all forms of ceramic design, both practical and sculptural. The text is complemented with more than 400 instructive and inspiring color photos. Net Wt. is 1.07 lbs.

By John Conrad. Net Wt. is 1.07 lbs.

By John Conrad. Net Wt. is .75 lbs.

Because the glaze is a critical factor in determining the final appearance of a ceramic piece, potters need good guides and formulas for successful glazes. This well-illustrated handbook by professional ceramist and instructor Burleson covers glaze chemistry, application techniques, firing, and problem solving. Color photographs comparing fired samples are particularly good. A collection of formulas by other artists is categorized by type of clay body and firing temperature. Useful for studio potters and hobbyists, this book belongs in general arts and crafts collections. Net Wt. is 1.38 lbs.

More than 100 important innovations in ceramics in the last 100 years are individually described. These include such major advances as the float glass process, continuous glass fibers and glass wool, the zirconia oxygen sensor, honeycomb ceramics, tape casting and multilayer ceramics, advances in tunnel kilns, low loss optical fiber, dental ceramics, basic oxygen steelmaking refractories, and uranium dioxide as a nuclear fuel. In addition, a summary of progress in ceramics is given that relates ceramic advances to general trends in the progress of science and industrial development. Net Wt. is 1.29 lbs.

Process is integral to every clay piece, and this volume follows the logic of the steps of creation. The beginning chapters explain the early steps such as clay preparation and the various techniques of making. Following chapters are devoted to the later steps of drying and firing. Also included are numerous glaze and clay recipes, using a range of widely available materials. Complex and large-scale work, always demanding special attention and specialized knowledge, is comprehensively covered. Net Wt. is 3.51 lbs.