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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
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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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No kiln required for beautiful pottery creations.
Step-by-step instructions for absolute beginners.
Learn essential pottery techniques easily.
Create stylish home décor with air-dry clay.
Incorporate color using paints and metallics.
Includes diverse projects like coasters and wall hangings.
Enjoy relaxation and stress relief through crafting.
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Price Range: $12.99
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Beginner-friendly guide to handbuilding with clay.
Create 23 stylish homeware projects easily.
No pottery wheel required for crafting.
Learn coiling, pinching, and slab techniques.
Includes decoration, glazing, and firing tips.
Features stunning lifestyle photography for inspiration.
Expert tips for successful pottery creations.
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Price Range: $23.49
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Comprehensive guide for mold making and slip casting.
Features hundreds of detailed photographs and illustrations.
Includes key techniques and troubleshooting tips.
Presents simple template method for clay prototypes.
Covers materials, tools, and slip formulation extensively.
Provides recipes for various clay bodies.
Essential reference for every ceramics enthusiast.
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Price Range: $16.16
11
Full-colour coffee table book on pottery art.
Memoir detailing Mary Fox's artistic journey.
Guidance for aspiring ceramic artists included.
Exquisite forms and textured glazes showcased.
Supports artist-in-residence program for young artists.
Royalties benefit the Mary Fox Legacy Project.
A blend of inspiration and technical insights.
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Price Range: $25.56
12
Learn no-kiln metal clay techniques easily.
Create stunning jewelry and accessories at home.
Minimal equipment required, simple tools suffice.
Master silver clay for beginner-friendly crafting.
Twenty detailed projects with step-by-step photos.
Explore advanced techniques like enameling and engraving.
Gain confidence with expert guidance from Sue Heaser.
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Price Range: $19.99
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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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Comprehensive guide for all pottery skill levels.
Includes clear tutorials and original instructional content.
Features studio setup, throwing, trimming, and glazing.
Step-by-step photography captures essential techniques.
DVD demonstrates techniques in real time.
Encourages hands-on practice and creativity.
Perfect for beginners and experienced potters alike.
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Price Range: $19.86
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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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Discover over 100 easy crafting projects.
Embrace sustainable, no-waste crafting practices.
Learn to repurpose everyday materials creatively.
Enjoy step-by-step tutorials for every project.
Celebrate the joy of handmade creations.
Transform mundane items into stylish decor.
Enhance your home with organized, curated crafts.
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Price Range: $22.59
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Learn saggar firing techniques with an electric kiln.
Achieve natural earthy colors and patterns.
Step-by-step instructions for successful firing.
Nearly 200 photos for visual guidance.
Experiment with creativity in your work.
Understand materials like terra sigillata.
Preserve your kiln while achieving unique results.
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Price Range: $23.49
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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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Diverse selection of contemporary Japanese women ceramists.
Showcases thirty-six innovative ceramic artists' works.
Focus on post-World War II contributions to ceramics.
Features both established and emerging artists together.
Explores unconventional approaches to traditional subjects.
Highlights gender-resisting themes in contemporary ceramics.
Acclaimed pieces from the Horvitz private collection.
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Price Range: $24.25
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Explores Chester R. Nicodemus's artistic journey.
Covers pottery and statuary from 1920 to 1989.
Insights into his garage pottery studio.
Details commissioned busts and plaques.
Highlights craftsmanship over 50 years.
Appeals to art and pottery enthusiasts.
Richly illustrated for visual appreciation.
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Price Range: $19.95
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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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No kiln needed for beautiful pottery projects.
Easy techniques for absolute beginners.
Create stylish home décor accents effortlessly.
Step-by-step instructions with detailed photographs.
Use affordable air-dry clay for crafting.
Incorporate color with paints and finishes.
Ideal for relaxation and stress relief.
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Price Range: $18.34
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Comprehensive guide to sculpting human faces.
Step-by-step instructions for all skill levels.
Includes photographs and sketches for clarity.
Focus on both basic and advanced techniques.
Inspires creativity with contemporary sculpture gallery.
Learn surface refinements for realistic features.
Perfect for aspiring and experienced sculptors alike.
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Price Range: $13.35
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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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Explore creative possibilities with colorful polymer clay.
Learn essential techniques for various oven-bake projects.
Create unique buttons, beads, and stunning jewelry.
Master marbling effects and simulate various textures.
Discover tips for making miniature pots and frames.
Get inspired by artworks from renowned polymer artists.
Develop your designs with innovative ideas and examples.
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Price Range: $14.69
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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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Revised edition of classic Japanese pottery handbook.
Expanded content and updated illustrations throughout the book.
Modern design while retaining traditional Japanese charm.
Detailed techniques for traditional and modern pottery.
Bi-lingual text for easier understanding and exchange.
In-depth discussion on glazes and pottery tools.
Includes updated resources and relevant websites.
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Price Range: $17.21
