Mastering Raku

Mastering Raku

Author: Steven Branfman

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13: 9781600592959

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Covers such topics as the history and philosophy of raku, types of clay, forming techniques, firing, glazes and decoration. Types of kilns and kiln construction are also fully explained and the book includes a gallery of works from around the world along with updated clay and glaze recipes.


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."


The Glass Artist's Studio Handbook

The Glass Artist's Studio Handbook

Author: Cecilia Cohen

Publisher: Fair Winds Press

Published: 2011-07

Total Pages: 178

ISBN-13: 1592536972

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The 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.


The Penland Book of Glass

The Penland Book of Glass

Author: Ray Hemachandra

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 9781600591860

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"For more than 75 years, the Penland School of Crafts has attracted the most creative crafters from across the globe. This ... focuses on glass and the ten top contemporary flameworkers who have taught at the school, all of whom have areas of expertise that make them leaders in their field. These skilled masters offer a very personal perspective on their influences and work, with revelatory essays that give their views on flameworking and art in general. In photographic how-to sections of about 25-30 captioned images, each one demonstrates a particular technique, usually resulting in a finished piece."--Global Books in Print.


Raku Firing

Raku Firing

Author: Bill Jones

Publisher: The American Ceramic Society

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 1574985310

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Advanced techniques in raku firing; covers production, kiln construction, glaze formulation, tools and more.


Handbuilt Ceramics

Handbuilt Ceramics

Author: Kathy Triplett

Publisher: Lark Books

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13: 9781579901844

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Written for the general reader with an interest in ceramics, Handbuilt Ceramics is a big, colorful, and complete how-to manual for shaping clay without a potter’s wheel. Features 8 projects, complete with materials lists, clear step-by-step instructions, and detailed “how-to” color photos.


Fired Up with Raku

Fired Up with Raku

Author: Irene Poulton

Publisher: Crowood Press (UK)

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781861268488

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The origins of raku can be traced back hundreds of years to Japan, where it was used as the traditional method of creating clay bowls for the tea ceremony. Over the years, potters have embraced and adapted these methods, celebrating the remarkable but unpredictable results achieved using raku techniques. Irene Poulton, who has specialized in raku firing for over 20 years, considers the origins of raku before offering 300 glaze recipes. A selection of other potters also share their ideas. With 100 color photos of raku-fired pieces, this is an outstanding source of information and inspiration for all potters.