
Firing Kilns
Benedict Brierley(Author)
Bloomsbury Visual Arts (Publisher)
Will be published approx. on 28. August 2014
Book
Paperback/Softback
128 pages
978-1-4081-8524-7 (ISBN)
Description
The range of extraordinary effects that can be achieved in a kiln is infinite. However, the technical requirements of different firing processes and equipment can often seem intimidating, particularly for those new to ceramics, and this can limit artists' confidence to explore and experiment.
In Firing Kilns, wood-fire potter Benedict Brierley demystifies the firing process, explaining key methods and effects in simple, straightforward language. Beginning with the basic principles, including heatwork, firing schedules and cones, the book goes on to cover the various types of kilns and kiln packing, oxidation and reduction firing, and then special firing methods such as salt, soda, wood, pit, smoke and raku. Finally, it covers common firing faults and how these can be avoided to achieve consistent, successful results.
Firing Kilns is a comprehensive handbook for anyone new to firing their work or for established ceramicists wishing to experiment with different firing effects.
In Firing Kilns, wood-fire potter Benedict Brierley demystifies the firing process, explaining key methods and effects in simple, straightforward language. Beginning with the basic principles, including heatwork, firing schedules and cones, the book goes on to cover the various types of kilns and kiln packing, oxidation and reduction firing, and then special firing methods such as salt, soda, wood, pit, smoke and raku. Finally, it covers common firing faults and how these can be avoided to achieve consistent, successful results.
Firing Kilns is a comprehensive handbook for anyone new to firing their work or for established ceramicists wishing to experiment with different firing effects.
Reviews / Votes
It is a vastly informative and cogently presented handbook for taking your already made clay objects and, by the firing process, transforming them under intense heat into ceramics...with drop-dead gorgeous illustrations... This book is...intended for more extensive crafts collections. -- Brad Hooper * Booklist Online *More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
120 illus
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 188 mm
Thickness: 8 mm
Weight
380 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4081-8524-7 (9781408185247)
DOI
CBID176995
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Benedict Brierley is a professional member of the Craft Potters Association. He is an expert in wood firing and has published articles in industry magazines including Ceramic Review, Ceramics Technical and The Log Book. He has worked as a tutor in Ceramics at Loughborough University School of the Arts for the last 17 years.
Content
Introduction
Chapter 1: Firing principles
Chapter 2: Kiln Types
Chapter 3: Firing in Oxidation
Chapter 4: Firing in Reduction
Chapter 5: Decorative Firing Effects
Chapter 6: Firing Faults and Remedies
Conclusion
Glossary
Further Reading
Suppliers List
Chapter 1: Firing principles
Chapter 2: Kiln Types
Chapter 3: Firing in Oxidation
Chapter 4: Firing in Reduction
Chapter 5: Decorative Firing Effects
Chapter 6: Firing Faults and Remedies
Conclusion
Glossary
Further Reading
Suppliers List