Developing Glazes

A comprehensive, practical guide to developing, testing, applying and firing your own glazes. Discover the secret to making your own ceramic glazes and achieve stunning finishes with this comprehensive, hands-on guide.Developing custom glazes can feel intimidating, but success comes down to understanding the methodology. In Developing Glazes, renowned ceramicist Greg Daly demystifies the entire process. Whether you’re a beginner wondering how to glaze ceramics or an experienced maker looking to refine your techniques, this book provides the step-by-step instructions you need to perfect your craft. Inside, you will find:· Practical guidance: Learn exactly how to mix glazes for ceramics, systematically test your ingredients, record results, and find the correct firing temperatures.· Creative control: Discover workable, exciting methods for achieving the exact pottery glaze colours, textures, and decorative surfaces you envision.· Endless inspiration: How-to images and variations on hundreds of base ceramic glaze recipes will help you kickstart your experimentation.· Versatile applications: From formulating a signature glaze to mastering existing recipes, you'll learn a systematic approach to glaze development that works in any studio.With clear explanations, innovative testing methods and hundreds of proven recipes, Developing Glazes provides everything you need to explore and refine ceramic glazes with confidence.