Ceramics : The Practical Guide to Mastering Ceramic Techniques - Softcover

Ros, Dolors

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1840924349 ISBN 13: 9781840924343

Publisher: Apple Press, 2004

Synopsis

Whether you are a beginner looking for a new hobby or an experienced ceramicist looking to broaden existing skills, this title provides all the information required to create beautiful ceramic objects for your home. Clear, step-by-step instructions guide you through each of the projects. Detailed information on materials and equipment is included, along with professional tips from the experienced author to help you choose the best finish for your piece. The detailed, approachable style guides beginners through the basic skills and also teaches new skills and techniques to more experienced ceramicists.

About this title

From the Back Cover

Titles in the profusely illustrated Decorative Techniques series help you master a variety of arts and crafts that will get you started in decorating your home?s interior and embellishing your yard and garden. Each title is devoted to a specific craft. This book offers detailed instruction in the basics of working with clay to create beautiful and enduring ceramic objects. You?ll find information on necessary tools, techniques of shaping and molding clay, using a potter?s wheel, decorating and painting your creations, and firing in a kiln. As you follow this volume?s step-by-step, photo-illustrated directions, you?ll soon be making handsome urns, vases, decorative tiles, bowls, cups, saucers, and other beautiful ceramic objects.

Edition details

• Publisher: Apple Press
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1840924349
• ISBN 13: 9781840924343
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144