Traces the history of low-fire pottery, shows modern ceramic sculpture, and includes statements by ceramic artists about their work
Low-Fire Glazes and Special Projects
“A well-presented book...recommended for high school and beyond.”—School Arts. “Will ask and answer every possible question you have in a clear and direct manner.
This book covers techniques of firing and finishing at low temperature without using glazes. Many ancient cultures and contemporary potters use methods of low firing, adding slips and burnishing pieces to create a more natural finish.
Demonstrating four different clay-firing techniques, this book illustrates the diverse results that each can produce.
Get inspired and get glazing! Amazing Glaze Recipes and Combinations provides a captivating collection of sure-fire glaze recipes and electrifying combinations for low-fire, mid-range, and high-fire potters.
Amazing Glaze Recipes and Combinations includes hundreds of recipes and combinations for every temperature range, all rigorously tested and technically edited.
( 1.23–2.46 ml ) black iron oxide : opaque tan , brick red , brown 1 / 8–1 / 2 tsp . ( .62–2.46 ml ) manganese dioxide : brown toward purple Using Salt , Soda , and Soluble Salts Salt ( sodium ) , soda , and soluble salts further ...
"A largely personal account of lessons learned from years of technical and aesthetic development. There is a focus on methodology of research, study of materials and process, and their contribution...
"The first half of book provides full information on clays and clay bodies, from digging and preparing clay to adjusting for defects. Then hundreds of recipes for clay bodies are...