[PDF] The Clayworkers Hand Book eBook

Author : Alfred Broadhead Searle
Publisher :
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 44,87 MB
Release : 1929
Category : Ceramics
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Manual on the manufacture of articles from clay.

Author : Alfred Broadhead Searle
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 32,27 MB
Release : 2023-07-18
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ISBN : 9781019991749

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From pottery to bricks, clay has been a vital material for human construction and creativity for millennia. This practical guide provides a wealth of information for anyone interested in working with clay, covering everything from materials and tools to techniques for firing and glazing. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Susan Peterson
Publisher : Laurence King Publishing
Page : 438 pages
File Size : 28,85 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781856693547

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Widely considered to be the most comprehensive introduction to ceramics available, this book contains numerous step-by-step illustrations of various ceramic techniques to guide the beginner as well as inspirational ceramic pieces from contemporary potters from around the world. For the more experienced ceramist, there is a wealth of technical detail on things like glaze formulas and temperature conversions which make the book an ideal reference. To quote one review: ...I am a studio potter and would not be without it. The fourth edition has been updated to include profiles of key ceramists who have influenced the field, new material on marketing ceramics including using the internet, more on the use of computers, added coverage of paperclays, using gold and alternative glazes.

Author : Kristin Muller
Publisher : Quarry Books
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 10,51 MB
Release : 2011-10-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1610581601

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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 : Vince Pitelka
Publisher :
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 19,24 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
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Every day, ceramic artists encounter techniques, processes, materials, problems, and more that leave them with questions such as: How? Why? Where? Clay: A Studio Handbook answers those questions with authoritative, comprehensive coverage of topics ranging from studio safety, finding, making, and improvising tools and equipment, firing processes and theory, and much more. Drawing on more than 30 years of experience in ceramics, Pitelka has created the most practical, all-inclusive studio handbook for students, studio artists, educators, and all those interested in the art of clay. Ten chapters, addressing the full range of ceramic processes, bring a lifetime of ceramic knowledge directly into the hands of potters. Written with concern for safe and efficient studio operation, diligent attention is paid to safety practices. A thorough table of contents, glossary, and index make finding answers quick and convenient. Numerous step-by-step illustrations guide readers through the many techniques.