Ceramic Books

Kids will happily dig into the soft, malleable medium, exploring its possibilities. They'll break the clay apart, rejoin it with water, try to model it into recognizable shapes, and cut out great big slabs to design. Pictures of professional sculptures, as well as objects created by kids, fill the book

In this major work on Oriental ceramics and glazes, a leading authority on Far Eastern pottery traces the development of Chinese glazes and glazing techniques from antiquity to the modern era. Nigel Wood describes how glazes were made, provides an analysis of their composition, and shows how they can be duplicated today with common raw materials available in the West. The book is lavishly illustrated, with nearly three hundred photographs, one hundred in full color. These depict examples of the Chinese arts as found in pottery ranging from simple earthenware jars excavated at Neolithic sites to exquisitely designed dishes found in imperial tombs. They also show examples of modern Western ware that employ these remarkable glazing techniques. Net Wt. is 3.36 lbs.

In some sections of the ceramics industry, more has developed in the last 45 years than in the previous 4,000. To address new information and possibilities presented by advances in the industry, noted ceramist, teacher, and author Robin Hopper has updated and simplified where necessary Daniel Rhode'? seminal book on fundamentals of ceramic technology. This revised and expanded edition adheres closely to the editions published in 1957 and revised in 1973, with added sections devoted to health hazards and computer calculation programs and increased color information and expanded photographic images of both historical and contemporary work. Net Wt. is 2.75 lbs.

Drawing on more than 30 years of experience in ceramics, author Vince Pitelka has created the most practical, all-inclusive studio handbook for students, studio artists, educators and all those interested in the art of clay. The ten chapters in Clay: A Studio Handbook address the full range of ceramic processes, and bring a lifetime of ceramic knowledge directly into the hands of potters. Concerned about safe and efficient studio operation, Pitelka pays diligent attention to safety practices. Professional potters, students, teachers even serious weekend potters will find this book is their single best resource for gaining, retaining, and expanding a solid understanding of clay.

Create beautiful pots by hand?using the time-honored techniques of coil, pinch, slab and others, with easy-to-follow instructions for every procedure, and 168 step-by-step photos. Net Wt. is 1.24 lbs.

Master the art of the pottery wheel, to throw bowls, vases, lamp bases, even sculptural instructions. Net Wt. is 1.14 lbs.

Clays and Glazes in Studio Ceramics combines an absorbing text with a wealth of reference material and an abundance of color photographs, providing a clear examination of a complex, often bewildering subject. Suitable for all levels of ability-from beginning potter to expert-it is a lucid, accessible source of information. Nearly 200 color photographs place the subject in vivid contemporary and historical context-a vital ingredient in the relationship of theory to practice. Clays and Glazes in Studio Ceramics is an ideal companion to help ceramists of all levels develop confidence and independence in their art. Net Wt. is 2.29 lbs.

Hundreds of photographs will inspire you to begin working in this multifaceted medium. Before you know it, you'll be creating stunning teapots, one-of-a-kind bowls, and anything else you can dream up. Net Wt. is 2.29 lbs.

Coiling is one of the most versatile of ceramic techniques. The plasticity of clay invites potters to roll it between their hands to produce a coil that can be joined to form the wall of a hollow vessel. Pots of enormous size and amazing variety can be made using this method. Sculptural pieces can also be crafted using coils, creating forms that range from human and animal to very abstract shapes. Net Wt. is .64 lbs.

Colour in Clay is a complete study of the particular magic that color oxides and stains in the clay body can bring to throwing, pinching, coiling, inlay, lamination, and sculpture. Ceramist Jane Waller profiles 50 artists from Europe and America, offering detailed and enlightening commentary on their working methods, firing techniques, and sources of inspiration. Colour in Clay, an inspiration in its own right, is an invaluable guide for those who wish to take advantage of the enormous range of color stains now available. A collaborative effort by some of the most influential ceramists working today, the book offers a rich pooling of recipes, tips, and ideas that will encourage all potters to explore and experiment with color. Net Wt. is 2.2 lbs.