Techniques Using Slips

John Mathieson

ISBN 10: 1408106264 / ISBN 13: 9781408106266

Published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, United Kingdom, London, 2010

About this Item

Slip is simply liquid clay which can be used for decoration on its own or covered with glaze. This book examines the many techniques of using slips such as brushing, dipping, trailing and sgraffito amongst others, and uses contemporary potters' work as illustrations. It explains how to make up slips and engobes, as well as ways of using them at higher temperatures, both with and without glazes. The book is illustrated with working potters in action, showing their own personal styles and how they have adapted traditional methods to suit their work today in a modern context. As well as examples of techniques, there are many images of beautiful finished pieces to show what can be achieved. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Techniques Using Slips
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, United Kingdom, London
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1408106264
• ISBN 13: 9781408106266
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Very Good

About this title

Synopsis

Slip is simply liquid clay which can be used for decoration on its own or covered with glaze. This book examines the many techniques of using slips such as brushing, dipping, trailing and sgraffito amongst others, and uses contemporary potters' work as illustrations. It explains how to make up slips and engobes, as well as ways of using them at higher temperatures, both with and without glazes. The book is illustrated with working potters in action, showing their own personal styles and how they have adapted traditional methods to suit their work today in a modern context. As well as examples of techniques, there are many images of beautiful finished pieces to show what can be achieved.

About the Author

John Mathieson is the author of Raku, in the Ceramic Handbooks series, and a contributor to various ceramics journals. He taught in schools, college and a prison before becoming a full-time potter. He is a member of the Craft Potters Association and a well-known figure at ceramics events across the UK.