Complete Pottery Techniques

Discover how to truly connect with clay, bring ideas to life, and become a highly skilled potter. From first throwing down the clay, through experimenting with decorative effects and trying out new glazing recipes, to judging the ideal firing cycle, Complete Pottery Techniques is the perfect companion for every step of the pottery journey - and an ideal gift for all inspired creators. Produced by a team of 18 talented potters, demonstrating the widest range of skills and creative styles showcased in beautiful photography, this book will inspire as well as teach. Sgraffito, nerikomi, terra sigillata, raku firing effects... Complete Pottery Techniques has got it all covered, explaining each method with straightforward instructions, expert tips, and crystal clear photography of each stage involved. The ebook also explores alternative ways of forming clay pieces, with in-depth coverage of pinching, slabbing, coiling and using moulds, demonstrating creative possibilities apart from the wheel. Whether you're a hobbyist just starting out or an experienced practitioner, this is the up-to-date, one-stop guide to help you realise your pottery potential.

Discover how to develop your pottery design skills and bring your ideas to life from start to finish. Covering every technique from throwing pottery to firing, glazing to sgraffito, this pottery book is perfect for both hand-building beginners and potting pros. Step-by-step photographs - some from the potter's perspective - show you exactly where to place your hands when throwing so you can master every technique you need to know. Plus, expert tips help you rescue your pots when things go wrong. The next in the popular Artist's Techniques series, Complete Pottery is the ideal companion for pottery classes of any level, or a go-to guide and inspiration for the more experienced potter looking to expand their repertoire and perfect new skills. With contemporary design and ideas, Complete Pottery Techniques enables the modern maker to unleash their creativity.