Studio Ceramics
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Author |
: Virginia Scotchie |
Publisher |
: Lark Books |
Total Pages |
: 134 |
Release |
: 2005-03 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1579906729 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781579906726 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (29 Downloads) |
Synopsis Setting Up Your Ceramic Studio by : Virginia Scotchie
"Scotchie gives us an insider's look at [how to] assemble vibrant, creative studio spaces. Floor plans are provided...The photographs are excellent."--Library Journal Take a photographic tour of 10 beautiful ceramics studios, and discover exactly how and why each design so perfectly meets the artist's particular needs. Author and ceramist Virginia Scotchie covers all the practical decisions about equipment, workflow, and safety that go into setting up a new studio, from using the space effectively and dealing with lighting, electrical, and ventilation needs, to establishing a small business office. Every ceramist will find inspiration in Michael Sherrill's spacious and adaptable studio, so suited to his large-scale sculptures; Alice Munn's intimate and tidy atelier; and Ben Owen III's highly organized layout, arranged for volumes of production work and featuring a separate gallery.
Author |
: Peter W. King |
Publisher |
: Lark Books |
Total Pages |
: 148 |
Release |
: 1999 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1579902014 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781579902018 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (14 Downloads) |
Synopsis Architectural Ceramics for the Studio Potter by : Peter W. King
From a respected teacher in his field comes the first and only how-to book on the subject. Sample projects in color: a press-molded door surround, a carved-relief countertop, a dimensional fireplace, plus handbuilt and thrown sinks and pedestals. “Well designed and visually stimulating. Peter King writes like a good teacher.”—Clay Times.
Author |
: Jeff Zamek |
Publisher |
: Krause Publications |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 2002-08-10 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0873419227 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780873419222 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (27 Downloads) |
Synopsis Safety in the Ceramics Studio by : Jeff Zamek
Every potter wants to work in a safe environment and needs the extensive data presented in this unique reference. &break;&break;The potter's health and safety are covered in detail from ceramic toxicology to safe handling of raw materials. Guidelines for using clays, glazes, tools, kilns, and other equipment are presented. Questions such as "What's the best way to handle ceramic materials?" and "Is barium carbonate safe?" are answered in full detail. This is the safety guide that every student, teacher, and ceramic professional will refer to again and again while working with clay and glaze materials. &break;&break;Covers, in expert detail, all aspects of safety in the ceramics studio &break;&break;Text and detailed photos offer a practical "how to" approach to working in a safe environment &break;&break;Easy-to-understand, non-technical language
Author |
: Shay Amber |
Publisher |
: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc. |
Total Pages |
: 132 |
Release |
: 2008 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1600592430 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781600592430 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (30 Downloads) |
Synopsis Hand Building by : Shay Amber
Ceramics are always popular with crafters, and hand building with low-fire earthenware is a natural place to start. This book by artist Shay Amber will inspire even the most intimidated beginner.
Author |
: Emily Reason |
Publisher |
: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc. |
Total Pages |
: 132 |
Release |
: 2010 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1600592449 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781600592447 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (49 Downloads) |
Synopsis Wheel Throwing by : Emily Reason
Offers a comprehensive introduction to the mechanics of wheel-thrown ceramics. Includes nine projects.
Author |
: Kristin Müller |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 194 |
Release |
: 2007 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781616737955 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1616737956 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (55 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Potter's Studio Handbook by : Kristin Müller
Author |
: Martha Drexler Lynn |
Publisher |
: Yale University Press |
Total Pages |
: 433 |
Release |
: 2015-01-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780300212730 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0300212739 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (30 Downloads) |
Synopsis American Studio Ceramics by : Martha Drexler Lynn
A landmark survey of the formative years of American studio ceramics and the constellation of people, institutions, and events that propelled it from craft to fine art
Author |
: Kristin Muller |
Publisher |
: Quarry Books |
Total Pages |
: 320 |
Release |
: 2011-10-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781610581608 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1610581601 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (08 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Potter's Complete Studio Handbook by : Kristin Muller
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 |
: David Scott |
Publisher |
: Crowood Press (UK) |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 1998 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1861261381 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781861261380 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (81 Downloads) |
Synopsis Clays and Glazes in Studio Ceramics by : David Scott
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. Clays and Glazes in Studio Ceramics is an ideal companion to help ceramists of all levels develop confidence and independence in their art. David Scott studied ceramics at the Royal College of Art and has exhibited his work throughout Europe. He has pieces in many collections, including the Victoria & Albert Museum.
Author |
: Jeff Zamek |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 256 |
Release |
: 2018-11-28 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0764356488 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780764356483 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (88 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Ceramics Studio Guide by : Jeff Zamek
Learningfrom others' mistakes is always more efficient and less costly thancommitting them yourself. This book is packed with practical informationthat will enable potters to successfully complete the many steps inpottery production. Making functional pottery or ceramic sculptureentails many different skill sets and processes in forming clay, dryingclay, glazing, and firing. Any one of these steps can cause failures. As ceramics consultant Jeff Zamek points out, under ideal conditions abeginning or advanced student would be guided by a teacher at everystep; mistakes and bad habits would be caught as they occurred andcorrected. While such learning situations are rare today, this bookfills the gap. As Zamek says,"This book offers you forty years of wisdom, generated by my students'and my client ceramics companies' issues with clays, glazes, and kilnfiring." With its solutions to common problems, this guide helps potters to succeed.