Potter's Workshop : 20 Unique Ceramic Projects for the Small Home Studio

by Rodwell, Jenny; Howes, Ian

• ISBN13: 9780715313596
• ISBN10: 0715313592
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-09-01
• Publisher: F & W Media Inc

Summary

Potter's Workshop provides a practical and inspirational course for the home potter-no wheel required! Well-known art and craft author Jenny Rodwell covers all the basic theory and techniques needed to produce unique and stylish ceramics at home, including clay types, pigments, glazes, slips, and handbuilding techniques. There is also invaluable advice on setting up a home workshop. 20 projects demonstrate various techniques and pottery styles, including tips and practical advice from 12 guest potters. A useful reference section with a complete list of suppliers and glossary of terms is also provided.

Author Biography

Jenny Rodwell studied at St Martin's School of Art and the Royal Academy, as well as the School of Visual Arts in New York

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. 6
The basics	p. 8
Clays	p. 10
Tools	p. 16
Glazes	p. 18
Colour	p. 26
Firing	p. 34
The projects	p. 40
Seated Dog	p. 42
Porcelain Plaque	p. 48
Porcelain Earrings	p. 52
Torn Lustre Brooch	p. 56
Raku Casket	p. 60
Slip-decorated Dish	p. 66
Fantastical Fruits	p. 70
Landscape Vase	p. 76
Textured Bowl	p. 82
Pear Slab Dish	p. 88
Fish Spoon Holder	p. 92
Decorated Bird Tile	p. 96
Tiled Panel	p. 100
Fish Dish	p. 104
Temple Mirror Frame	p. 108
Smoke-fired Jug	p. 114
Coiled Bottle	p. 120
Hump-moulded Dish	p. 126
Vase with Handles	p. 130
Garden Sculpture	p. 134
The studio	p. 140
Artists and Suppliers	p. 142
Glossary	p. 143
Index	p. 144
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