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Books, CDs, DVDs, VHS - Glazes
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Colour
in Glaze
A complete guide to getting a broad spectrum of colorful glazes,
Linda Bloomfield looks at a full range of materials and options for
creating colors in glazes. This book is illustrated with finished
work as well as an extensive collection of sample test tiles to
illustrate the variety of colors possible in ceramics. The practical
aspects of mixing, applying, testing and adjusting glazes are also
explained; while a large selection of glaze recipes are included for
use on earthenware, stoneware and porcelain fired in electric,
gas and salt kilns. A very useful book aimed at making glazes that
achieve the colors you want, and to help you broaden your palette.
C-300-427
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Making Marks: Discovering
the Ceramic Surface
“Making Marks is
about ceramic surface enrichment, the processes used for achieving it, and
the thought concepts, idea development and personal research behind it.
Regardless of your level of expertise in working with clay, the surface
provides endless possibilities, and this book will inevitably open many
doors. The text of the book is organized into five parts: Fundamentals,
Plastic and Liquid Clay Processes, Pigment Processes, Glaze Processes, and
Firing and Post-firing Processes.” (Robin Hopper, paperback)
C-300-399
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The Potter's Studio Clay
and Glaze Handbook
Written by Jeff Zamek
Every potter, home enthusiast to the art center doyenne needs practical
guidance on choosing and using clays and glazes in his or her work.
Mastering clays and glazes is a feat of both art and science, and
navigating everyday issues in the pottery studio requires an understanding
of both fields. With The Potter's Studio Clay and Glaze Handbook, the art
and science of ceramics is explored with accessible authority and insight.
Whether choosing a highfire clay or applying a high-impact engobe, any
potter's craft will be enhanced and inspired by this book.
Ceramics instructor and consultant Jeff
Zamek (Southampton, MA) has lectured and led workshops for more than 30
years, and has developed clay body and glaze formulas for ceramics supply
companies throughout the United States. He has written articles for most
major ceramics magazines, including Pottery Making Illustrated, Ceramics
Monthly, and Ceramic Industry. Zamek is the author of What Every Potter
Should Know and Safety in the Ceramics Studio.
C-300-395
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Glazes & Glazing: Finishing
Techniques
Glazing ranks as one of the most creative and challenging aspects of
making pottery. From the basics of dipping and pouring to the more complex
concepts of layering and spraying, whether using commercial products or
formulating one’s own, there are many facets to this diverse stage of
ceramics. This book provides a wealth of information on techniques,
materials and recipes, as well as inspirational stories from many artists
and their search for the ultimate surface.
C-300-406
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Electric Firing: Creative
Techniques
In this fantastic collection readers will be inspired by the range of
techniques covering many facets of pottery making and surface treatments.
They’ll also get information on materials, maintenance, glazes or even
how to make a wood-or-gas-fired kiln out of an old electric kiln. From
Pennsylvania redware and lusters to maintenance and glazes, ceramic
artists will find the electric kiln capable of most anything. There seems
to be no limit to the possibilities. (Softcover/ 144 pages/191 photos and
illustrations)
C-300-405
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GlazeMaster
Version 2.3 CD-ROM and User's Guide
GLAZEMASTER is a glaze and clay database and calculation program intended
for both beginning and advanced students of glaze chemistry. For beginners
it can serve as a convenient database to file and organize your recipe
collection while exposing you to the Seger unity formula and related
calculation to help you better understand your glazes. For more advanced
practitioners, it can be a powerful tool to help you design better glazes
or correct faults in existing ones. Users have found the program to be
very intuitive and easy to learn. It is also very flexible so you can
tailor many of the features to meet your specific needs. Some of those
features are:
1)
the ability to organize your recipes in any way you desire,
2)
multiple choices for the way you display information, and
3)
specifying the materials you keep in stock to speed recipe development.
User Guide (PDF File on CD with all
necessary files for both Windows and Macs)
It runs on both Windows (XP up to
and including 7) and Macintosh (OSX up to and including Lion) machines.
Upgrades to 3.0
are free to previous purchasers if downloaded from the masteringglazes.com
website.
C-330-003
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China
Paint & Overglaze
“Invented in 9th
century China, coveted in 17th century Europe, treasured in 19th century
America, and neglected by art schools for over 100 years, china painting
is poised for a revival with new materials, new forms and new imagery.
This groundbreaking book, the first to showcase the work of tradition
china painters and contemporary potters and clay sculptors together,
includes many unique features on every aspect of an exciting and colorful
medium.” (248 pages, 11” x 8” x 3/4” Hardcover, 200+
color/b&w images) (Paul Lewing)
C-300-377
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The
Complete Guide to High-Fire Glazes - Paperback
This is a truly
complete guide with hundreds of recipes and photographs of test tiles and
finished pieces. John Britt begins with a detailed examination of glaze
materials, chemistry and tools. Then he reviews each recipe and guides you
through all aspects of mixing, applying and firing procedures for both
fuel and electric kilns. The book contains specific information on each
type of glaze including copper, iron, Shino, salt/soda, crystalline and
more. (184 pages/300+color photos/ 11 ¼” x 9 ¾”
paperback)
C-300-122
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Pottery: A Life, A Lifetime
Mel Jacobson relates his experience as a potter in this entertaining and
instructive narration. He tells his story by weaving anecdotes of his
travels and friendships along with his practical knowledge of studio
practices gained over the past three decades working in clay as a student,
apprentice, teacher and studio potter. Each chapter relates to a different
facet of pottery making, interspersed with stories from his stay in Japan
working with Kunio Uchida's pottery, and candid opinions from his
contributions to Clayart online forum. Subjects include Studio, Tools,
Kilns, Throwing, Turning, Handles, Tea bowls, Glazing and much more. (162
Pages/16 color and 75 B&W photos/ 10" X 7" paper)
C-300-364
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Crystalline
Glazes
Crystalline glazes have a magical quality but are quite challenging
technically. Diane Creber describes the most suitable clays and kilns,
provides glaze recipes and glazing tips and discusses how to fire in both
oxidation and reduction conditions. This edition also includes profiles of
14 artists. These artists discuss their approaches, techniques, and
recipes for achieving successful crystalline glazes. (128 pp, 100 color
photos, 6 “ x 9 1/4” / PB)
C-300-79
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Brushes:
A Handbook
NEW!
This informative book tells how to get the most from your brushes and how
to select the appropriate brush to achieve the type of effects you wish to
produce. Chapters include: Brushmaking Techniques/ Hairs & Bristles
(both Natural and Synthetic)/ Styles, Shapes & Qualities, Evaluation
& Selection and more. If you do a lot of brushwork, in any medium,
this is a great resource book. (102 Pp/ 8 Pp Color+ many B&W Photos
& Illus/ 6”x9”/ Paper) (Jacques Turner)
C-300-194
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Mastering
Cone 6 Glazes - Improving Durability, Fit, and Aesthetics
Formulating your own glazes is one of the most fascinating and intriguing
aspects of pottery making. But are those glazes durable in use? Do they
fit your clay body without crazing or shivering? Or do the leach
undesirable materials into food or drink or fade in color over time? How
can you be sure your glazes are suitable for their intended use? These
questions and more are addressed in this book written by potters for
potters. You will also learn that excellent, functional cone 6 glazes can
be both durable and attractive- the best possible outcome! (7-1/2" X
10" X 3/8" Softcover) By John Hesselberth and Ron Roy. (168
Pages with 40 color images and many useful charts)
C-300-287
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The Glaze Book
Readers will find
anything and everything they want to know about glazes in this one
practical and workshop-friendly volume. More than 1,000 glazes are
illustrated so readers can see the color and surface response each offers.
The book covers utilitarian domestic ware and decorative ceramics, as well
as firing and glazing techniques for both. It also features valuable
information on preparation, application techniques, health and safety
considerations, and kiln firing cycles. Author Stephen Murfitt specializes
in the process of raku and smoke-fired, hand-made ceramics. His pots have
been widely exhibited in galleries throughout Britain and are included in
many public and private collections. Includes 700 glaze recipes for gloss,
matte, dry and textured finishes. (6-3/4" X 8" Hardcover)
Stephen Murfitt
C-300-195
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Glazes Cone
6 - 1240° C / 2264° F
Traditionally
potters fire their work to either low temperatures, as in earthenware, or
to high temperatures which stoneware requires. However, a growing number
of potters, particularly those who use electric kilns, are firing to a
middle range of temperatures, of which cone 6 is typical. Using
middle-range temperatures saves fuel and expense, reduces wear on electric
elements and yet allows the potter to achieve features shared by
earthenware and stoneware. Michael Bailey surveys this growing trend in
middle temperature firing and guides the reader with practical
information. He discusses a range of different glazes, including special
effects, glaze stains, and underglaze colors, giving recipes and tips to
ensure success. The information is illustrated with many colorful glaze
tests (all fired in electric kilns) to show the variety and scope of
glazes at Cone 6. (9-1/4" X 6" X 3/8" Softcover) Michael
Bailey (128 Pages with over 250 color photos and illustrations)
C-300-192
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Macro
Crystalline Glazes - The Challenge of Crystals
Macro- crystalline glazes present one of the more difficult challenges a
potter can face. These spectacular and beautiful glazes have fascinated
potters and collectors ever since they first appeared in Europe in the
1850s. Modern studio potters are at the forefront of a crystalline
renaissance founded on the achievements of the great European and American
factories of more than a century ago. The advent of the electronically
programmed kiln has brought easier access to crystalline glazes. Many
potters are using new technology to produce outstanding specimens.
Nevertheless, the process still makes great demands on the skill and
patience of the potter, for whom this book provides exhaustive insights
into the second golden age of macro-crystalline glazes. The author reveals
his own research and techniques at length and in great practical detail.
Thirteen other potters tell how they too have met the challenge of
crystals - one has even photographed them forming inside the kiln. With
informative text and more than 150 pictures of crystal pots old and new,
this book aims to instruct and excite experienced makers, as well as
potters who are preparing to face the crystal challenge for the first
time. It is also a valuable reference book for collectors and all who
admire the dramatic beauty of crystals. (11 ¼” X 9” X ½”) (144
Pages Hardcover) Peter Ilsley
C-300-186
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Glazing Techniques
A comprehensive yet
easy-to-follow guide for anyone wishing to create their own ceramic
glazes. Materials, glaze calculation, equipment, and application methods
are covered along with kiln stacking and firing at all temperature ranges.
Chavarria demonstrates how to test for and correct some common glaze
defects. Also included are sections on Raku, Salt, Ash, Crackle, Celadon,
Oxblood, and Luster glazes as well as making Frits and Single-Firing. An
accessible introduction to this complex area of ceramics.
C-300-141
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Chinese
Glazes
NEW! This outstanding Art/Technical book traces the development of China’s
great glaze tradition. How modern potters can adapt and use these
principles is covered with advice on substituting locally available
materials for some of the obscure traditional components used originally.
Written by Nigel Wood, a well respected researcher, art historian and
potter, this book is a fabulous reference for working potters and admirers
alike. (278 Pp/ 100 Color+180 B&W Photos/ 9”x11½”/Hardcover) (N
Wood)
C-300-262
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Celadon
Blues
The beautiful, subtle and visually varied effects of Celadon glazes have
intrigued potters throughout history. With guidance from noted chemist and
potter Robert Tichane, contemporary potters can now re-create these
incredible glazes. Thoroughly research-ed and tested, Tichane’s data is
well organized and clearly presented to insure full comprehension of this
complex subject. An excellent, “specialty” resource book. (240 Pp/ 16
Pp Color+150 B&W Illus/ 8”x10” / Paper) (Robert Tichane)
C-300-129
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Soda
Glazing
Because it produces the popular “orange-peel” texture commonly
associated with salt-glazed ware, but without the sodium chloride vapor,
Soda Glazing is fast becoming a popular firing technique. In addition to
its more “environmentally friendly” aspect, Soda Glazing also produces
more subtle colors than traditional Salt Glazing. Ruthanne Tudball begins
with the history of traditional salt glazes and discusses the similarities
and differences in today’s soda glazes. She also details kiln-building,
recipes, application and firing techniques. (96 Pages/ 70 B&W & 20
Color Illus/ 6”x 9”/ Paperback) (Ruthanne Tudball)
C-300-56
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Crystalline
Glazes
Crystalline glazes have a magical quality that appeals to many potters. In
this book, potter Diane Creber examines various aspects of producing these
glazes. She describes suitable clays, kilns, glaze recipes, glazing
techniques and the special firing cycles required to produce crystalline
glazes in both oxidation and reduction. Diane Creber is well known for her
work with these beautiful glazes and has written numerous articles on the
subject, (95 Pp/ 20 Color+60 B&W Photos/ 6”x9” /Paper) (D.Creber)
C-300-79
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