Learn new slipcasting techniques to create a wide range of beautiful and individualised pieces. In the past, slipcasting was primarily considered an industrial method. Today, however, ceramic artists are adapting its techniques to create a wide range of beautiful and highly individualised pieces. Sasha Wardell clearly explains and demonstrates the techniques involved and shows you how they can be adapted for the studio workshop. Full of colourful images, this book gives you a thorough grounding in all aspects of mould making and slipcasting. Get inspired by the work of an international group of artists which illustrate the breadth and versatility of the work that can be created. This second edition also contains a revised chapter on individual approaches by well-known contemporary artists.
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Preface Acknowledgements Introduction 1. Plaster – the Material 2. Tools and Materials 3. Modelmaking 4. Mould Making Part I 5. Mould Making Part II 6. Slipcasting 7. Bone China 8. Individual Approaches Appendix Glossary of Terms Bibliography Suppliers Index
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Learn new slipcasting techniques to create a wide range of beautiful and individualised pieces.
The author is a well-known artist
The Ceramics Handbook series was conceived as an introduction to various topics and techniques relating to the use of clay. The books are aimed at the student or the practised potter who is experimenting in a new area.
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781912217168
Publisert
2017-11-30
Utgave
2. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
Herbert Press Ltd
Vekt
366 gr
Høyde
234 mm
Bredde
156 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
144

Forfatter

Biographical note

Sasha Wardell is a well-known ceramic artist and a fellow of the Craft Potters Association. Her work appears in public and private collections around the world.