Contemporary Fused Glass
Author: Brad Walker
Publisher:
Published: 2021-03-30
Total Pages:
ISBN-13: 9780970093325
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA guide to glass fusing, glass slumping, and related kilnforming techniques.
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Warm Glass
Author: Philippa Beveridge
Publisher: Lark Books
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 167
ISBN-13: 1579906559
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn authoritative, extensively illustrated guide to making glass objects in a kiln. Provides detailed information on the history and traditional techniques of using a kiln in glasswork, along with instructions and examples designed to help you understand all the steps each technique requires.
Basic Glass Fusing
Author: Lynn Haunstein
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Published: 2012-09-01
Total Pages: 162
ISBN-13: 0811748510
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFrom Stackpole's bestselling Basics series, this book presents a fun, growing trend in glass crafts.
Creative Glass Techniques
Author: Bettina Eberle
Publisher: Lark Books
Published: 2005-08
Total Pages: 156
ISBN-13: 9781579907648
DOWNLOAD EBOOKGlass is one of the hottest topics in the world of crafts. This handsome how-to book introduces three essential and accessible techniques that have endless creative potential. CREATIVE GLASS TECHNIQUES covers 30 projects, from a simple plate to lampworking to fluted wine glasses, and more. Valuable for novice and experienced glassworkers alike. 160 color photos.
The Glass Artist's Studio Handbook
Author: Cecilia Cohen
Publisher: Fair Winds Press
Published: 2011-07
Total Pages: 178
ISBN-13: 1592536972
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Glass Artist's Studio Handbook offers readers a comprehensive and accessible guide to not only the nuts and bolts of this perennially popular craft but insight into the artisan crafter's lifestyle.
Kiln-Formed Glass
Author: Gillian Hulse
Publisher: Macmillan
Published: 2010-01-05
Total Pages: 133
ISBN-13: 031259299X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKOriginally published as Inspirations in kiln-formed glass, London: A. & C. Black, 2009.
Contemporary Marbles and Related Art Glass
Author: Mark P. Block
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
Published: 2000-11
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780764311666
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMarbles produced by over 130 artisans are presented in 600 color photographs. A history of the contemporary handmade marble movement is provided, along with tips for the purchase and care of marbles, a glossary, and a valuation guide. This book will be a joy for everyone fascinated with glass.
Glass
Author: Dan Klein
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 1989
Total Pages: 232
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe book is the first to provide a comprehensive worldwide suvery of the contemporary glass scene. The author reviews the history of glass since the early 1960's and considers the technical developments, influences, and changing attitudes that have contributed to the present flourishing state of the art. He looks at the rapid growth of glass education and the subsequent increase in interest in contemporary glass among museums, galleries and collectors, and then assesses the work of hundreds of contemporary glass artists from around the world. He describes their working methods and techniques, sources of inspiration, and their approach to their art.
Art Glass Today 2
Author: Sandra Korinchak
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
Published: 2016
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780764350252
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"More than 250 photos of contemporary glass masterpieces--blown, cast, kiln-formed, carved, acid-etched, and more. The art here ranges from vessels to sculptures, tableware to garments, and reveals today's new directions and top levels of mastery. These works are powerful, gorgeous, sometimes startling--and always reflective of the current state of glass art. The 72 artists here, including top masters as well as newly emerging talents, are as diverse as their glass pieces. In brief comments they reveal some of the motivations and techniques that impact them as they transform molten glass into works of art. Everyone who works in glass or enjoys its effects will find Art glass today 2 an invaluable reference and an inspiration to future creativity"--Jacket flap.
Fused Glass Mosaics
Author: Martin Cheek
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
Published: 2011
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780764339332
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMosaic artist Martin Cheek provides a practical mental tool kit to assist the reader in making fused glass mosaics. Growing out of 5-day master glass, this book begins by exploring creative influences and the development of a design and continues through the execution, with an in-depth exploration of the uses of color and texture in glass mosaic art. Illustrated with more than 300 color images and driven by an engaging text, each chapter offers techniques and examples, and concludes with a challenge designed to expand the reader's artistic and practical abilities, like making a subtle mosaic using analogous colors or making a piece inspired by a favorite artist, and learning the techniques for using a glass fusing kiln. While written for seasoned mosaicist, there is something for glass artisans at all skill levels. A gallery of the authors works provides ideas for the reader's own creations.
