B O O K S
THE POTTER’S ENCYCLOPEDIAOF COLOR,
SETTING UPYOUR CERAMIC STUDIO: IDEAS &
FORM & DECORAT I O NNeal French. T h e
PLANSFROM WORKINGARTISTSVirginia Scotchie.
c o mp l e t eguide to the enormous variety of
Take a photographic tour of 10 beautiful ceramics
forms, colors,and decorative techniques avail-
studios, and discover exactly how and why each
able to the modern c e r a m i s t .Details over 600
design so perfectly meets the artist's particular
ceramic shapes and forms.Illustrates more than
needs. Covers all the decisions about equipment,
700 glazes. Covers theful rangeof decorative
workflow, and safety that go into setting up a new
techniques. 160 color pages, hc, $24.95
studio 128 color pages, hc, $24.95; sc, $17.95
POTTER’S GUIDE TO CERAMIC SURFACES
SMASHING GLAZES: AR T I S T S SH A R E IN S I G H T S
Jo Conel. The most visualy comprehensive
A N D RE C I P E SSusan Peterson. This b r e a t h t a k i n g
d e coration book produced. Designed to encourage
collection of work from 53 ceramicartists goes
potters to explore new techniques in fresh creative
beyond a mere galery of their work, inviting readersi n t o
ways. The techniques are grouped according to
their studios to share theirinsights into the aes-
the stage at which they are carried out. Includes
thetics of ceramic surfaces as well as the f o r m u l a s
over 70 techniques with step-by-step instructions.
for some of their most sucesful glazes.85 color
300 color photos. 160 pages, hc, $27.95
photos. 28 pages, hc, $30.00
THE POTTER’S PRIMER:AST E P-B Y- ST E PGU I D E
S T E P - B Y- S T E PC A L L I G R A P H Y: ACO M P L E T E
TOCREATING SIMPLEYET SKILLFULPOTTERYM o r g e n
GUIDEWITH CREATIVE PROJECTSSusan Hufton.
Hall. This book will help you avoid common mis-
Technical exercises are given for six caligraphic
takes made by inexperienced potters while pro-
styles. Practice your skills on one of 15 creative
viding a wealth of design ideas to help you
projects from personalized stationery to a stunning
develop your own style. It’s a practical reference
family tree. “Exceptionally well written, clearly
book for novice and experienced potters alike.
illustrated and astonishingly helpful.”—Art Times.
Full color instruction. 144 pages, sc,$24.95
144 color pages, sc,$17.95
RAKU - SECOND EDITION
THROWN POTERYTECHNIQUES REVEALED
Tim Andrews. Trace the history of raku, from its
Mary Chappelhow.This comprehensive guide
Japanese origins through its introduction to the
takes the mystery out of throwing clay by revealing
west, and delve into the techniques used by fifty
in step-by-step demonstrations precisely what is
contemporary raku poters. This bok is best
happening at each point in the throwingprocess.
suited for poters with some raku experience
Potters will easily learn throwing techniques and
who are loking for new ideas. Over 20 color
how to make beautiful objects. 160 color pages,
p h otos. 192 pages, hc, $39.99
hc, $29.95
RAKU: APRACTICALAPPROACH - SECOND EDITION
WHEEL-THROWN POTTERYLifelong potter B i l l
Steve Branfman. This useful handbook guides
van Gilder has a bounty of time-tested adviceon al
potters through each stage of raku, from its origins
the basics. He shares expert tips on shapings p o u t s ,
and history to clays and glazes, instructions on firing,
handles and feet; adding texture, color,and luster;
combustion, and post-firing methods. Dozens of
and combining techniques to createa variety of
recipes are included, as well as recommendations
attractive projects. Enjoy the benefits of a master
for using commercial products. 32 page color
teacher guiding through each stageof the process.
s e ction. 176 pages, sc, $29.95
176 color pages, sc, $17.95
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