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The Big Book of Ceramics: A Guide to the History, Materials, Equipment and Techniques of HandBuilding, Throwing, Molding, Kiln,Used
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In this exhaustive introduction to ceramics, all the materials, equipment, and techniques of the craft are presented clearly and accessibly. An easytofollow text is accompanied by hundreds of color photographs and schematic drawings that illustrate every material, technique, piece of equipment, and stepbystep demonstration.The book begins with a history of ceramics that covers techniques and styles from various periods and parts of the world. Then clays and glazes are introduced, with details on the diffrent types and their compositions, as well as instruction on how to prepare them. Next, kilns, kiln furniture, potters' wheels, and other equipment and tools are illustrated and thier uses demonstrated. The core of the book is dedicated to presenting the full range of ceramic techniques: handbuilding, molding, throwing, glazing, and firing. In the final section, stepbystep projects show how to employ these techniques to create a variety of vessles and sculptural forms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What topics are covered in 'The Big Book of Ceramics'? A: The book covers the history, materials, equipment, and techniques of ceramics, including hand-building, throwing, molding, kiln-firing, and glazing.
- Q: Is 'The Big Book of Ceramics' suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the book is designed as an introduction to ceramics, making it accessible for beginners with clear explanations and step-by-step demonstrations.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Big Book of Ceramics' have? A: The book contains 192 pages filled with informative text and illustrations.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'The Big Book of Ceramics' is a paperback binding.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Big Book of Ceramics'? A: The author of the book is Joaquim Chavarria.
- Q: When was 'The Big Book of Ceramics' published? A: The book was published on September 1, 1994.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: Does the book include photographs? A: Yes, it includes hundreds of color photographs and schematic drawings to illustrate the materials and techniques.
- Q: Are there projects included in the book? A: Yes, the book features step-by-step projects demonstrating how to create various vessels and sculptural forms.
- Q: Is this book focused on a specific type of pottery? A: No, it covers a broad range of ceramic techniques and styles, suitable for different types of pottery and ceramic objects.