{"product_id":"the-complete-potter-the-complete-reference-to-tolls-materials-and-techniques-for-all-potters-and-ceramicists","title":"The Complete Potter: The Complete Reference to Tolls, Materials, and Techniques for All Potters and Ceramicists","description":"This book offers something for everybody interested in pottery! Beginning potters will find a complete course in the pages of this book. Experienced potters will find new ideas for designing and decorating virtually every type of ware. Heavily illustrated with more than 600 how-to photos, The Complete Potter takes readers through every phase of the potter�s craft, from clay to kiln. Separate sections explain: Clays: their different types and uses Types of ware: terracotta, stoneware, porcelain, raku, and others Design: how to draw and plan a piece before making it The basic processes: clay preparation, tools, throwing and turning on a potter�s wheel, using molds, tile-making, and more Decoration: creating surface textures, using slips, glazes, pigments, and more Materials and pigments for decorating: what they�re made of and how to use them Kilns and firings: kiln types, temperature controls, and more Tools and equipment: from hand tools to semi-industrial equipment Health and safety: a complete guideThis handsome and instructive volume also shows examples of work by some of the world�s leading ceramicists, with information on how they achieve their fine results. Here is a book that lives up to its title: it is truly The Complete Potter.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0764122592\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: DBV.0764122592.A\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Acceptable\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Mattison, Steve\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: This copy has clearly been enjoyed—expect noticeable shelf wear and some minor creases to the cover. Binding is strong, and all pages are legible. May contain previous library markings or stamps.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Dream Books Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41509525454906,"sku":"DBV.0764122592.A","price":6.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/6011\/0138\/files\/0764122592-0.jpg?v=1783404469","url":"https:\/\/shop.dreambooksco.com\/products\/the-complete-potter-the-complete-reference-to-tolls-materials-and-techniques-for-all-potters-and-ceramicists","provider":"Dream Books Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}