Ceramics Books and Magazines

Author: Tony Birks
Publisher: Bulfinch
Category: Book

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Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars

17 reviews
Sales Rank: 26133

Media: Paperback
Edition: Rev Sub
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 192
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.7
Dimensions (in): 11 x 8.5 x 0.6

ISBN: 0821224956
Dewey Decimal Number: 738.1
UPC: 789112051529
EAN: 9780821224953

Publication Date: April 1, 1998
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Editorial Reviews:

Amazon.com Review
Revised and updated, this classic potter's volume explains everything from preparation through firing, with stops along the way for detailed coverage of working on the wheel; coiled, slab, and pinch pots; mold making; slip casting; and glazing and decorating. The comprehensive text ranges from basic (wedging and kneading, beginning wheelwork) to advanced (spray glazing, raku firing). The no-frills design of the book packs almost too much information on a page, but the instructions are clear and thorough, the photos (more than 450, all in color) are straightforward and helpful, and the stunning examples of work by contemporary potters provide additional inspiration.

Product Description
Revised and updated, this classic potter's volume explains everything from preparation through firing, with stops along the way for detailed coverage of working on the wheel; coiled, slab, and pinch pots; mold making; slip casting; and glazing and decorating. The comprehensive text ranges from basic (wedging and kneading, beginning wheelwork) to advanced (spray glazing, raku firing). The no-frills design of the book packs almost too much information on a page, but the instructions are clear and thorough, the photos (more than 450, all in color) are straightforward and helpful, and the stunning examples of work by contemporary potters provide additional inspiration.

Customer Reviews: Read 12 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars

Potter's Companion best book October 6, 2007
I have ordered from Amazon.com several times now and each time the item has been shipped right away and in good shape. This last purchase-The Complete Potter's Companion arrived quickly (it was a college class book) and it great shape. The decription stated it was used in excellent condidtion. It most defintely was. In fact if it didn't say used, I would never have guessed. Good job

5 out of 5 stars

Great book March 8, 2007
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Very informative with great step-by-step photos also. This book is really good at showing a wide variety of techniques and including historical information that is really interesting.

4 out of 5 stars

A good overivew excellent for beginners July 14, 2006
6 out of 6 found this review helpful

This book is a nice addition to any beginner potter's library. It is not in depth but offers a wide variety in information that is useful and helpful. It is most definatly in my 'top 10' of pottery books.

5 out of 5 stars

Great for beginners! August 21, 2005
10 out of 11 found this review helpful

I'm new to pottery and found this book to be informative. I also found many creative ideas that sparked my own creativity.

3 out of 5 stars

Pretty book, but shallow March 21, 2005
17 out of 21 found this review helpful

This is a very pretty book, and it does cover a breadth of material, but it's very shallow. An entire book could be devoted to each chapter. It provides a good overview of what can be done with clay, but in the end, I have to turn to other books to get more than a cursory understanding of individual processes.

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