The beginner's guide to hand building : functional and sculptural projects for the home potter
Title:
The beginner's guide to hand building : functional and sculptural projects for the home potter
Author:
Cobb, Sunshine, author.
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Physical Description:
175 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 23 cm
Series:
Essential ceramics skills
Essential ceramics skills.
Contents:
Introduction -- Section 1 Welcome to the studio. Body and mind ; How to use this book ; Clay ; Tools ; Miscellaneous terms and concepts ; Foundational skills ; Surface development ; Gallery -- Section 2 Sculptural projects. Flora ; Creatures ; Wall tiles/hangings ; Clouds ; Soap dish ; Mobiles ; Candelabra ; Gallery -- Section 3 Functional projects. Scoops ; Citrus reamer ; Butter box ; Tapas plates ; Basket ; Coffee pour-over ; Match striker ; Gallery -- Templates -- Resources.
Abstract:
"Whether you have access to a communal studio or not, hand building projects can travel just about anywhere. Take your clay outside or work at the kitchen table, with instruction from best-selling ceramics author Sunshine Cobb. In this book, you'll find all the necessary fundamentals, including a thorough discussion of clay as well as helpful tips for keeping your body and mind in top shape. Then pick the path that's right for you in the chapters that follow"-- Amazon.com.
"The Beginner's Guide to Hand Building is a friendly, contemporary take on the classic hand-building book--perfect for new and returning ceramic artists"-- Provided by publisher.
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