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- Publication Name
- Mastering the Potter's Wheel
- Title
- Mastering the Potter's Wheel
- Subtitle
- Techniques, Tips, and Tricks for Potters
- EAN
- 9780760349755
- ISBN
- 9780760349755
- Release Date
- 06/01/2016
- Release Year
- 2016
- Country/Region of Manufacture
- US
- Contributor
- Linda Arbuckle (Foreword by)
- Series
- Mastering Ceramics
- Book Title
- Mastering the Potter's Wheel : Techniques, Tips, and Tricks for Potter`s
- Book Series
- Mastering Ceramics Ser.
- Publisher
- Quarto Publishing Group USA
- Item Length
- 10.3 in
- Publication Year
- 2016
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 1 in
- Genre
- Art, Crafts & Hobbies
- Topic
- Techniques / General, Ceramics, Pottery & Ceramics
- Item Weight
- 30.8 Oz
- Item Width
- 8.5 in
- Number of Pages
- 208 Pages
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Quarto Publishing Group USA
ISBN-10
0760349754
ISBN-13
9780760349755
eBay Product ID (ePID)
219285318
Product Key Features
Book Title
Mastering the Potter's Wheel : Techniques, Tips, and Tricks for Potter`s
Number of Pages
208 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2016
Topic
Techniques / General, Ceramics, Pottery & Ceramics
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Art, Crafts & Hobbies
Book Series
Mastering Ceramics Ser.
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
30.8 Oz
Item Length
10.3 in
Item Width
8.5 in
Additional Product Features
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Trade
LCCN
2015-047400
Reviews
Ben Carter's 'Mastering the Potter's Wheel'...takes readers through all of the basics, from centering to mastering the basic forms. What pushes this book beyond the competition, however, are the techniques offered in the chapters that follow. From a variety of methods for throwing large objects out of clay, such as pitchers and platters to alterations, darting, and paddling, this book offers potters a world of possibilities. With inspirational guest features from today's top working artists, this book is the new gold standard for potters and pottery studios everywhere., If I had a book like Mastering the Potter's Wheel when I was a student, I might have had a shot at becoming a passable potter rather than a curator and writer., Ben's thorough knowledge and extensive experience in ceramics comes to the fore in this comprehensive book - helpful advice for beginners with loads of tutorials, well-considered guidance for those with more experience, and galleries of examples to inspire into the future. This book deserves a place on the bookshelf in every ceramics studio., Ben Carter's varied experiences working as an independent studio potter, educator, podcast host, arts administrator, artist in residence, and production potter in several countries have given him a unique perspective on different approaches to wheel throwing. In this book he enthusiastically shares the knowledge and tips that he has gathered over the years, providing readers with a wide range of approaches to learn basic skills and then to build on them to create a strong, individual style., "The ultimate 'how to pot' book, this is a must read for anyone pursuing his or her craft through a mindful and holistic approach. Gorgeously photographed process steps, paired with examples of wares by emerging and distinguished makers, contextualize the various processes of potting and set this book apart." - Sarah Millfelt, Director, Northern Clay Center "Ben Carter's varied experiences working as an independent studio potter, educator, podcast host, arts administrator, artist in residence, and production potter in several countries have given him a unique perspective on different approaches to wheel throwing. In this book he enthusiastically shares the knowledge and tips that he has gathered over the years, providing readers with a wide range of approaches to learn basic skills and then to build on them to create a strong, individual style." - Jessica Knapp, Editor,Ceramics Monthly; Associate Editor, Pottery Making Illustrated "Ben's thorough knowledge and extensive experience in ceramics comes to the fore in this comprehensive book - helpful advice for beginners with loads of tutorials, well-considered guidance for those with more experience, and galleries of examples to inspire into the future. This book deserves a place on the bookshelf in every ceramics studio." - Vicki Grima, Editor, the Journal of Australian Ceramics "Mastering the Potter's Wheel is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about handmade pottery. The book provides clear instructions, thoughtful insights, and includes beautiful images of work from some of the best potters in the field." - Steve Lee, Director, Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts "If I had a book like Mastering the Potter's Wheel when I was a student, I might have had a shot at becoming a passable potter rather than a curator and writer." - Garth Johnson, Curator of Ceramics, Arizona State University Art Museum Ceramics Research Center, Mastering the Potter's Wheel is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about handmade pottery. The book provides clear instructions, thoughtful insights, and includes beautiful images of work from some of the best potters in the field., The ultimate 'how to pot' book, this is a must read for anyone pursuing his or her craft through a mindful and holistic approach. Gorgeously photographed process steps, paired with examples of wares by emerging and distinguished makers, contextualize the various processes of potting and set this book apart.
Dewey Edition
23
Dewey Decimal
738.1
Synopsis
If you consider yourself a serious ceramic artist, this book is a must-have for your bookshelf. Take your potter's wheel to the next level. There is no tool as useful for potters as the potter's wheel. However, it takes years to master, so it's no surprise that wheel throwing is one of the most popular classes at pottery studios today. Still, instructors can only take students so far, and independent study is crucial to mastery of the wheel. Mastering the Potter's Wheel takes readers through all of the basics, from centering to mastering the basic forms. What pushes this book beyond the competition, however, are the techniques offered in the chapters that follow. From a variety of methods for throwing large objects out of clay, such as pitchers and platters to alterations, darting, and paddling, this book offers potters a world of possibilities. With inspirational guest features from today's top working artists, this book is the new gold standard for potters and pottery studios everywhere., This book is the new gold standard for potters who use a potter's wheel. It's the first book in years that goes beyond the basics, offering next-level techniques for throwing., Take your skills--and your work--to the next level. Mastering the Potter's Wheel starts with an introduction to wheel-throwing , from centering to creating the basic forms. What pushes this book beyond the competition, however, are the techniques offered in the chapters that follow. From a variety of methods for throwing large objects such as pitchers and platters , to alterations , darting , and paddling , this book offers potters a world of possibilities . With galleries featuring today's top working artists , including Kyle Carpenter, Sam Chung, Chandra DeBuse, Julia Galloway, Martha Grover, Ayumie Horie, Forrest Lesch-Middleton, Kristen Kieffer, Kathy King, Matt Long, Alex Matisse, Lorna Meaden, Doug Peltzman, Mackenzie Smith, Shawn Spangler, and many more, you'll also find page after page of inspiration. The Mastering Ceramics series is for artists who never stop learning. With compelling projects, expert insight, step-by-step photos, and galleries of work from today's top artists, these books are the perfect studio companions. Also available from the series: Mastering Hand Building and Mastering Kilns and Firing ., Take your skills - and your work - to the next level. Mastering the Potter's Wheel starts with an introduction to wheel-throwing, from centering to creating the basic forms. What pushes this book beyond the competition, however, are the techniques offered in the chapters that follow. From a variety of methods for throwing large objects such as pitchers and platters, to alterations, darting, and paddling, this book offers potters a world of possibilities. With galleries featuring today's top working artists, including Kyle Carpenter, Sam Chung, Chandra DeBuse, Julia Galloway, Martha Grover, Ayumie Horie, Forrest Lesch-Middleton, Kristen Kieffer, Kathy King, Matt Long, Alex Matisse, Lorna Meaden, Doug Peltzman, Mackenzie Smith, Shawn Spangler, and many more, you'll also find page after page of inspiration.
LC Classification Number
TT920.C359 2016
Copyright Date
2016
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