Description
Book SynopsisJoin ceramic artist Emily Reinhardt to learn how to decorate pottery surfaces with glazes, gold luster, patterns and marks, inlay designs, dimensional shapes, and much more. With an emphasis on learning new skills, having fun, and embracing imperfection,
The Beginner’s Guide to Decorating Potterysupports your creative process as you explore:
- Basic information on working with clays as well as materials used for decorating.
- Tutorials on color theory, combining form and function, and the importance of keeping a sketchbook.
- Beginner-friendly projects that show how to apply surface-design techniques to simple pieces such as coasters, a cheeseboard, a wall hanging, plates, tumblers, vases, planters, and more.
Throughout the book,
skill-building is front and center, with
tips and tricks to help you crack the code and make pieces you’re proud of.
Gallery work from some o
Trade Review"Functional and beautiful, this book will likely inspire readers want to perfect their pottery techniques." * Library Journal STARRED Review *
"A helpful primer on ceramic surface design techniques...This is worth a look." * Publishers Weekly *
"Profusely illustrated throughout with color photographs,
The Beginner's Guide to Decorating Pottery is an ideal DIY combination of instructional guide and 'how to' manual, providing thoroughly 'user friendly step-by-step instructions that will turn the most novice of potters into seasoned experts. Fun and informative." * Midwest Book Review *
Table of ContentsForeword by Amy Santoferraro
Introduction
You Are an Artist, and This Is an Art Book
My Path to Ceramics
How to Develop Your Artistic Style
How to Build and Maintain a Creative Practice
Ceramics for Self-Care
Living a Creative Life
Embracing Imperfection
Why Ceramic Surface Design Is So Exciting
1 TOOLS AND MATERIALS FOR GETTING STARTED
The Studio and Safety, Tools and Equipment, Materials , Gallery
2 HOW TO USE THIS BOOK
Choosing a Clay Body, Additive and Subtractive Relief Designs, Understanding Underglazes, Getting to Know Your Glazes, Applying Glazes, Overglaze and Luster, Decorations, Inlaying Colored Clay, Troubleshooting, Gallery
3 PLANNING YOUR SURFACE DESIGN
The Intellectual Approach, Form, Color, Pattern, Texture, Function, Keeping a Sketchbook, Gallery
4 IDEAS FOR GETTING STARTED
Set of Coasters, Beads, Spoons, Wall Hangings, Abstract Cheeseboards, Set of Cups, Set of Dinner Plates with Inlaid Clay Designs, Handbuilt Vases with Heavily Layered Glazes, Drip and Splatter Platter, Planters with Additive Designs, Gallery
Contributing Artists
Resources
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Index
