Basic Pottery Making
A Complete Guide
Published on 15. September 2022
144 pages
978-0-8117-7138-2 (ISBN)
Description
Learn the tools and techniques you need to start making ceramic mugs, bowls, and more!
The art of pottery making is described in detail for the beginning potter. Complete with a chapter on tools and materials to get started, this easy-to-use guide explains and illustrates how to wedge clay, use a pottery wheel, shape and trim pots, determine clay thickness, add handles, and a host of other pottery-making techniques. It also contains a chapter on bisque firing and glazing, the final steps in creating beautiful and functional pottery. Includes complete instructions for making a large bowl, three styles of mugs, and a sugar bowl and creamer set.
- Step-by-step instructions complete with color photographs
- Includes a chapter on bisque firing, waxing, and glazing
- 4 basic pottery projects for the beginning potter
The art of pottery making is described in detail for the beginning potter. Complete with a chapter on tools and materials to get started, this easy-to-use guide explains and illustrates how to wedge clay, use a pottery wheel, shape and trim pots, determine clay thickness, add handles, and a host of other pottery-making techniques. It also contains a chapter on bisque firing and glazing, the final steps in creating beautiful and functional pottery. Includes complete instructions for making a large bowl, three styles of mugs, and a sugar bowl and creamer set.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
PA
United States
Illustrations
600 Color Photos
File size
169,87 MB
ISBN-13
978-0-8117-7138-2 (9780811771382)
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Book
11/2022
Stackpole Books
€24.00
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Persons
Linda Franz is a writer and reporter in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Mark Fitzgerald is an expert potter whose work has been featured on The Martha Stewart Show. He and his wife operate Fitzgerald Pottery in Dillsburg, Pennsylvania.
Content
- Intro
- Contents
- Introduction
- 1. Tools and Equipment
- 2. Basic Skills
- 3. Making a Bowl
- 4. Making Mugs
- 5. Making a Sugar Bowl and Creamer Set
- 6. Firing and Glazing
- Resources
- About the Experts
