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Ceramic Art and Techniques for Creative Expression
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Comprehensive guide for pottery design and techniques.
Step-by-step photos for hands-on learning.
Expert tips for troubleshooting and improvement.
Ideal for beginners and experienced potters alike.
Focus on contemporary designs and creative ideas.
Perfect for pottery classes and self-study.
Enhances skills in throwing, glazing, and decorating.
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Price Range: $16.89
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Comprehensive guide to glazing pottery techniques.
Over 60 tested glaze recipes included.
Advanced techniques for stunning finishing effects.
Rich color photography for visual inspiration.
Features works from top contemporary ceramic artists.
Step-by-step instructions for every glazing process.
Perfect for beginners and experienced potters alike.
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Price Range: $18.39
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Comprehensive hand building techniques for all skill levels.
Includes essential methods like pinch pots and coils.
Advanced tips for creating templates and replicating pieces.
Features slip and glaze recipes for creative finishes.
Illustrated with vibrant color photography throughout the book.
Showcases inspiring work from top ceramic artists.
Perfect for artists seeking continuous learning and growth.
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Price Range: $25.08
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Comprehensive guide for mid-range glazing techniques.
Hundreds of glaze recipes included for experimentation.
Detailed mixing and application strategies provided.
Essential firing and cooling cycle information.
Boost colors with stains, washes, and underglazes.
Achieve results comparable to high-fire glazing.
Tips for wood, salt, and soda firing techniques.
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Price Range: $32.99
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Step-by-step guide for designing contemporary tableware.
Illustrated techniques for hand building and throwing.
Advice on various clay materials and combinations.
Inspiration from leading designers and potters.
Tips for dishwasher and microwave-safe glazes.
Focus on practical, attractive tableware creation.
Beautiful photographs of exemplary tableware pieces.
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Price Range: $30.85
Color: Booklist
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Cozy Korean bestseller about healing through pottery.
Follow Jungmin's journey of self-discovery and growth.
Mysterious pottery teacher inspires creativity and connection.
Captivating atmosphere filled with light and warmth.
Celebrates friendship and community in a pottery studio.
Encourages readers to slow down and reflect.
Perfect for fans of intimate, heartwarming stories.
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Price Range: $15.47
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Visual journey through enchanting ceramic animals.
Inspires creativity for potters and art lovers.
Features 50 pages of stunning animal imagery.
Printed with premium color ink for vibrancy.
Perfect for overcoming artistic block or inspiration.
Great gift for pottery enthusiasts and artists.
Compact size: 6x9 inches for easy handling.
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Price Range: $12.99
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Join the home pottery revolution today.
Accessible hand building projects for all settings.
Learn from best-selling author Sunshine Cobb.
Explore functional and sculptural pottery creations.
Progressively build skills with each project.
Inspiration from today's top ceramics artists.
Perfect for beginners and returning potters.
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Price Range: $12.21
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Illustrated guide for sourcing wild clay resources.
Ideal for novices, experts, educators, and students.
Explore unique properties of local clay materials.
Tips from experienced potters in the US and Japan.
Learn testing techniques for clay properties.
Advice on adapting clay characteristics for projects.
Gallery of international potters' wild clay artwork.
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Price Range: $24.33
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Inspiring memoir by renowned potter Florian Gadsby.
Stunning photography celebrates beauty in everyday objects.
Details journey through apprenticeships in three countries.
Explores discipline and dedication to the craft.
An ode to simple, meaningful handmade pottery.
Shares anecdotes about specific pots and techniques.
Testament to perseverance and artistic awakening.
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Price Range: $22.49
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Create pottery without a kiln or wheel.
29 seasonal projects for all skill levels.
Beginner-friendly guide with essential materials and tools.
Includes decorative and functional pottery designs.
Learn at your own pace with creative ideas.
Perfect for home crafters and experienced potters.
Craft happiness with handmade creations for your home.
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Price Range: $22.99
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Join ceramic artist Deb Schwartzkopf for guidance.
Explore techniques for both wheel-throwing and handbuilding.
Self-guided journey tailored to your skills.
Learn to create complex forms and designs.
Master bisque molds for new pottery possibilities.
Discover tips for making impactful pottery pieces.
Features galleries and artist insights for inspiration.
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Price Range: $17.36
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Inspiring memoir by potter Florian Gadsby.
Stunning photography showcases the beauty of pottery.
Explores the importance of craftsmanship and dedication.
Tells stories from apprenticeships in multiple countries.
Reflects on life lessons learned through pottery.
Celebrates the significance of simple, handmade objects.
Encourages readers to appreciate daily rituals.
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Price Range: $4.99
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Explores Toshiko Takaezu's diverse artistic career.
Features nearly 300 images of her artworks.
Highlights her influence in postwar art movements.
Includes essays on her hybrid Asian American identity.
Showcases her impact as an educator and artist.
Published in association with The Isamu Noguchi Foundation.
Documents her exhibition schedule across multiple museums.
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Price Range: $49.63
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Revised edition with updated techniques and terms.
Features new artist profiles and inspiring examples.
Comprehensive step-by-step instructions for all skill levels.
Showcases contemporary artists and their unique styles.
Includes global ceramics galleries and resources.
Perfect for artists, educators, and collectors alike.
Visually rich with gorgeous full-color photographs.
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Price Range: $30.97
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Explores ceramics' impact on human history.
Features stunning pots from the Ashmolean Museum.
Tells stories of cultures across time and space.
Includes a foreword by Keith Brymer-Jones.
Highlights creativity and craftsmanship of ancient artisans.
Showcases diverse uses and meanings of pottery.
Perfect for art lovers and history enthusiasts.
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Price Range: $18.00
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Illustrated guide to colored clay techniques.
Explores history and styles of nerikomi.
Features renowned Japanese masters of nerikomi.
Showcases diverse examples from global artists.
Step-by-step techniques for creating unique designs.
Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike.
Inspires creativity and exploration in clay art.
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Price Range: $39.61
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Master ancient pinch pottery techniques easily.
35 unique projects for all skill levels.
Step-by-step instructions for each creative endeavor.
Minimal tools needed: just your hands.
Explore functional and decorative pottery forms.
Inspiration from featured makers and their creations.
Discover surface decoration techniques for customization.
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Price Range: $17.95
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Cozy Korean bestseller about healing through pottery.
Follows Jungmin’s journey of self-discovery and growth.
Explores themes of friendship and community support.
Beautifully written, capturing the art of ceramics.
Set in a warm, inviting pottery studio environment.
Perfect for fans of heartwarming literary fiction.
Encourages slowing down in a fast-paced world.
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Price Range: $11.99
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Comprehensive high-fire glaze recipes included.
Expert insights from John Britt, a ceramic authority.
Detailed examination of glaze materials and chemistry.
Step-by-step mixing, application, and firing guidance.
Variety of glazes: copper, iron, shino, and more.
Easy-to-use index for quick reference.
Perfect for ceramists wanting to enhance skills.
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Price Range: $21.99
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Official guide for The Great Pottery Throw Down.
20 creative projects for home pottery enthusiasts.
Learn handbuilding and throwing techniques effectively.
Beginner to advanced projects for skill progression.
Includes expert tips on glazing and decorating.
Discover joy in creating ceramic masterpieces.
Perfect for aspiring potters of all ages.
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Price Range: $35.00
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Comprehensive history of the Jewel Tea Company.
Over 500 stunning photos of various products.
Features iconic Autumn Leaf Pattern china.
Explores rare and collectible Jewel Tea wares.
Includes price guide for collectors and enthusiasts.
Chronicles cookware, toys, and household items.
Perfect for collectors and history buffs alike.
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Price Range: $35.97
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Stunning collection of contemporary ceramic art.
Features diverse styles: representational to abstract.
Showcases works by renowned ceramic artists.
Includes detailed images of each sculpture.
Artist commentary adds depth to each piece.
Captivating exploration of the human form.
Perfect for art lovers and collectors alike.
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Price Range: $22.22
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200+ tested glaze recipes for all firing ranges.
Stunning photos illustrate every glaze recipe.
Expert tips for successful glaze application techniques.
Features multi-glaze combinations for unique effects.
Special topics include majolica and raku firing.
Artist features inspire new glazing explorations.
Designed for potters of all skill levels.
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Price Range: $17.99
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Comprehensive guide to ash glazing techniques.
Updated third edition with new glaze recipes.
Focus on natural resource utilization in ceramics.
Step-by-step instructions for collecting wood ashes.
Inspirational photographs of global potters' works.
Historical context of ash glazes included.
Essential for potters and ceramic enthusiasts alike.
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Price Range: $28.77
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Explore various firing techniques for pottery.
Learn raku, pit, barrel, and wood firing methods.
Master unique effects like crackle and metallic luster.
Minimal equipment needed for alternative firing techniques.
Features interviews with top potters and artists.
Step-by-step photos guide your pottery journey.
Inspires creativity with diverse artist galleries.
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Price Range: $23.69
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A captivating exploration of clay's historical significance.
Connects ancient traditions to modern human experiences.
Examines the spiritual and practical uses of clay.
Highlights clay's role in shaping human narratives.
Combines archaeology, history, and personal pottery insights.
A beautifully written tribute to an elemental material.
Discover the mysteries and wonders of clay.
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Price Range: $27.85
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Learn key techniques for alternative firing methods.
Explore raku, pit, barrel, and wood firing.
Minimal equipment needed for easy setups.
Create stunning surfaces with unique firing techniques.
Features insights from top potters and artists.
Step-by-step photos enhance learning experience.
Part of the Mastering Ceramics series.
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Price Range: $19.99
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Beginner-friendly pottery projects for all skill levels.
Includes bowls, mugs, vases, and more creations.
Step-by-step guidance from professional potter Kara Leigh Ford.
Essential tools and workspace setup for beginners.
Inspirational photos for visual guidance throughout projects.
Covers hand building and wheel throwing techniques.
Learn glazing and decorative techniques for unique finishes.
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Price Range: $17.93
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