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Synopsis
This introductory text looks at the techniques of throwing in pottery. Beginning with a section on preparing clay, equipment and materials, the author shows, with a series of sequence photographs, how to use the potter's wheel to create a wide variety of functional and ornamental forms. Lastly, the book illustrates how to decorate and distort the thrown clay form. Examples of finished work are shown throughout.
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About the Author
By Richard Phethean
Review
"Examines the materials, equipment, and techniques needed for successful pottery throwing. Numerous color and b&w photographs demonstrate techniques such as turning and ornamental detailing, and their application in making jugs, bowls, handles, teapots, lids, and curved-base pots. Emphasizes the importance of body position and control, and offers advanced techniques for pottery design, including surface decoration, distortion, and cutting and reassembling."—Book News, Inc.
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- PublisherB T Batsford Ltd
- Publication date1993
- ISBN 10 0713466480
- ISBN 13 9780713466485
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages96
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