500 Raku
500 Raku

Author: Ray Hemachandra

Publisher: Lark Books (NC)

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781600592942

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Raku is an ancient ceramics technique enjoying a modern-day renaissance. This groundbreaking new entry in the highly successful 500 series demonstrates the vitality and invention of today's raku ceramics. Objects including cups, plates, bowls, vases, and statuary contribute to this international gallery of work juried by Jim Romberg, one of the leading practitioners and teachers of raku in the world."

500 Bowls
500 Bowls

Author: Suzanne J. E. Tourtillott

Publisher: Lark Books

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 424

ISBN-13: 9781579903626

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The amazing beauty and variety in these 500 bowls is a testament to the imagination and inventiveness of today's ceramist. Every technique from across the globe is presented here.

500 Tables
500 Tables

Author: Ray Hemachandra

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 424

ISBN-13: 9781600590573

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More than merely practical places upon which to set coffee cups, the 500 tables selected for inclusion in this exquisitely illustrated book are remarkable works of art. They offer surprise, innovation, craftmanship and beauty. Artists will find inspiration in the inventiveness inherent in each individual table and readers and collectors will delight in the breadth and scope of the entire collection.

500 Figures in Clay
500 Figures in Clay

Author: Veronika Alice Gunter

Publisher: Lark Books

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 416

ISBN-13: 9781579905477

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It’s an absolutely unequalled photographic gallery: no other book has ever presented such a varied, captivating collection of contemporary ceramics based on the human form. The works range from representational to abstract, from artful realism to provocative surrealism, and many of them come from leaders in the field such as Judy Fox, Kurt Weiser, and Andy Nasisse. Kay Yourist has produced female forms that are smooth, minimalist vessels with only the slightest hint of breasts and belly. The simple, rounded features of Diane Lublinski’s black-and-white figures possess a fun, clown-like whimsy. Michael A. Prather’s mournful ceramic portraits have frowning faces and pointed dunce-like heads in a muted color palette. Many of the ceramics come with detail images and illuminating artist’s commentary.

500 Teapots
500 Teapots

Author: Suzanne J. E. Tourtillott

Publisher: Lark Books

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 428

ISBN-13: 9781579903411

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Contains color photographs and brief descriptions of five hundred contemporary teapots, each including the title of the work and the name of its creator.

500 Cups
500 Cups

Author: Suzanne J. E. Tourtillott

Publisher: Lark Books

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 418

ISBN-13: 9781579905934

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500 Animals in Clay
500 Animals in Clay

Author: Suzanne J. E. Tourtillott

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 452

ISBN-13: 9781579907570

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No other volume has ever presented such a diverse and captivating collection of contemporary animal-themed ceramics. Juried by distinguished artist and educator Joe Bova, this magnificent gallery includes pieces from an international group of artists; the beautifully crafted works range from the representational to the abstract, from artful realism to provocative surrealism (including animal-human hybrids). Ann Marais image of a waterfowl painted onto a porcelain dish has a restrained, Asian quality. Sharkus painted and smoke-fired stoneware turtle could easily be mistaken for the living creature. Bova provides astute and illuminating commentary overall, with selected artists notes."

Alternative Kilns & Firing Techniques
Alternative Kilns & Firing Techniques

Author: James C. Watkins

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13: 9781579909529

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Demonstrating four different clay-firing techniques, this book illustrates the diverse results that each can produce.

Low-firing and Burnishing
Low-firing and Burnishing

Author: Sumi von Dassow

Publisher: A&C Black

Published: 2009-10-16

Total Pages: 113

ISBN-13: 1408106361

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This book covers techniques of firing and finishing at low temperature without using glazes. Many ancient cultures and contemporary potters use methods of low firing, adding slips and burnishing pieces to create a more natural finish. The advantages are that it can be done without a kiln using old dustbins, pits dug out of the earth, or bonfires, meaning that providing you have outdoor space, it can be done on a low budget. This book is a step-by-step practical approach and beginner's guide, which focuses on how to do low firing and natural finishes, with many illustrations of beautiful work by contemporary makers. Chapters include burnishing, terra sigillata, smoke-firing, pit-firing, saggar firing and raku techniques.

500 Chairs
500 Chairs

Author: Ray Hemachandra

Publisher: Lark Books

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 412

ISBN-13: 1579908721

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Rustic or refined, traditional or whimsical, functional or just plain fun, these imaginative thrones, rockers and chaises have one thing in common; more than merely places to sit, they are sculptural works of art. The work of today's top furniture artists, will charm, provoke and inspire you and make you rethink the very meaning of 'chair'.