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Hands in Clay
As a window to a lifetime of experiment and creative expression in clay, as a glimpse into the wellsprings of inspiration, and as a story of humanity, Hands in Clay offers a compelling introduction to ceramics.
Hands in Clay
This is the only introductory ceramics text available that combines a thorough appreciation of the aesthetics of ceramic art with extensive discussions of the history of ceramics as well as techniques for working in clay.
European Ceramics
From earthenware to stoneware -- Tin-glaze -- The invention of porcelain -- Pottery: from craft to industry -- Liberty, Imperialism, mass-production -- The 20th century: craft or industry?.
Hands in Clay
This is the only introductory ceramics text available that combines a thorough appreciation of the aesthetics of ceramic art with extensive discussions of the history of ceramics as well as techniques for working in clay.
Make It in Clay: A Beginner's Guide to Ceramics
This introductory guide to ceramics is geared to a simple, beginning studio situation. The text provides descriptions of basic tools, materials, and techniques paired with ample illustrations of processes to help beginners get started in clay.
Porcelain Repair and Restoration
A practical handbook, now revised and updated, for those interested in repairing or restoring prized pieces of porcelain.
The Kiln Book
Frederick L. Olsen’s practical guide to the construction, maintenance, and repair of kilns is now bigger and more comprehensive than ever. Olsen’s bible for kiln builders now includes chapters on multidirectional and specialty kilns, fired in place kilns for large scale ceramic sculptures, and offers a few suggestions on what kilns may look like in the future. The Kiln Book covers the principles of efficient design, building methods, refractory materials, bricklaying procedures and instructions, fuels and firing systems, arches, flues, electric elements, and general safety. Olsen includes plans for firebox systems; coal, oil-drip, forced-oil burners; butane, propane, and natural gas burn...
Contemporary Ceramic Formulas
Describes and illustrates five hundred ceramic formulas notable for their relatively low energy requirements, clearly presenting methods for new clay compounds, vibrant color glazes, raw stains, crystal glazes, and more.
Glazes from Natural Sources
This is a new, revised, and updated edition of Brian Sutherland's classic book on making glazes from natural sources, such as trees, plants, and stones.
Chinese Glazes
Chinese pottery has long been esteemed not only for its beauty and delicacy but also for the utility and efficiency evident in the potter's skill.
