Ash Glazes

Ash Glazes

Author: Phil Rogers

Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press

Published: 2003-02-12

Total Pages: 204

ISBN-13: 9780812237214

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Ash Glazes has been designed as an introduction and practical handbook to this glazing technique, covering the history of ash glazes and the practicalities of collecting and testing wood ashes and transforming them into glazes. It will provide inspiration for working potters and delight all those interested in contemporary ceramics.


Ash Glazes

Ash Glazes

Author: Robert Tichane

Publisher: Krause Publications Craft

Published: 1998-08

Total Pages: 252

ISBN-13:

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Ash Glazes is the definitive reference for potters who want to achieve success with these highly variable glazes. Author Robert Tichane takes the guesswork out of ash glazes, sharing the results of his exhaustive research and experimentation.


Glazes from Natural Sources

Glazes from Natural Sources

Author: Brian Sutherland

Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 9780812219456

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This is a new, revised, and updated edition of Brian Sutherland's classic book on making glazes from natural sources, such as trees, plants, and stones.


Chinese Glazes

Chinese Glazes

Author: Nigel Wood

Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13: 9780812234763

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Chinese pottery has long been esteemed not only for its beauty and delicacy but also for the utility and efficiency evident in the potter's skill.


The Complete Guide to Mid-range Glazes

The Complete Guide to Mid-range Glazes

Author: John Britt

Publisher: Lark Ceramics Books

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781454707776

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According to Ceramics Monthly, most potters glaze their pieces at mid-range temperatures--and this complete studio guide eliminates the guesswork from the popular process. Along with hundreds of recipes, it explores mixing, application, specific firing and cooling cycles, and much more. See how to boost colors, achieve results that equal high-fire glazing, and stretch your boundaries with new techniques.


Ash Glazes

Ash Glazes

Author: Phil Rogers

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2023-08-31

Total Pages: 193

ISBN-13: 1789941415

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Fully updated and revised, with new photographs and glaze recipes, this is the third edition of this classic guide to ash glazes. Forever curious and eager to learn new things about ceramics, Phil Rogers constantly tinkered with clay bodies, glaze formulae and approaches to firing. This volume is his seminal work on transforming ash into glaze: an essential text for all potters and ceramicists with additional relevance today with its focus on prioritising the use of natural resources. Ash Glazes examines the practicalities of collecting and testing wood ashes, demonstrates the process of making them into glazes and offers a step-by-step guide to using them to decorate your pots. This edition, updated and revised by Hajeong Lee Rogers, is a celebration of pottery at its best. Starting with an introduction to the history of ash glazes, then moving on to a wide range of practical advice and methods, the book is enlivened by photographs of the work of potters from around the world, who use ash in colourful and imaginative ways. It provides true inspiration for working potters and delight for all those interested in contemporary ceramics.


Functional Pottery

Functional Pottery

Author: Robin Hopper

Publisher: A&C Black

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 255

ISBN-13: 9780713657876

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Through a wide display of functional pottery, this reference book offers information and practical tips as well as international coverage of both the design and aesthetics of ceramics and artists's work.


Salt Glazing

Salt Glazing

Author: Phil Rogers

Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press

Published: 2002-09-03

Total Pages: 246

ISBN-13: 9780812236897

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"Covers the history of salt glazing and the technical considerations--particularly kilns--that set this form of glazing apart from all others ... also showcases the work of leading salt glaze artists"--Front flap of jacket.


Copper Red Glazes

Copper Red Glazes

Author: Robert Tichane

Publisher:

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780873416634

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Potters everywhere will welcome "Copper Red Glazes", the ultimate reference for this tricky but stunning glaze. Finally potters can master ancient secrets without expensive and frustrating experimentation. 50 color photos.


Natural Glazes

Natural Glazes

Author: Miranda Forrest

Publisher: Herbert Press

Published: 2018-04-05

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 191221752X

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This book explains how to collect materials to make your own glazes. It gives practical instructions about sourcing and harvesting material from your local environment, mixing a glaze, testing samples, applying the glaze, and firing the work.