Working with Clay

by Susan Peterson

For Art/Ceramic and Studio Foundations courses at the undergraduate level. Written by a world-renowned ceramist and leading expert in the field, this introductory book describes the initial processes of handbuilding, wheel throwing, plaster mold making, decoration, glaze application and firing techniques in a simple, easy-to-follow narrative. The text offers rich pictorial guidance throughout, both inspiring and instructing students with 500 full color photographs of processes and clayworks. It includes a pictorial timeline of ceramic art history; and exposes students to a gallery of ceramic art, from traditional to avant-garde. This edition has increased in length, to include modifications and new techniques.

Genres: Art

Spiral-bound

First published January 1, 1998

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Reviews

[Lafcadio · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lots of great pictures. Grab some clay and go.

[Summer · Rating 2 out of 5]

Wasn't very helpful, and as an introduction was surly lacking in details.