{"title":"Sunshine Cobb","description":"\u003cp\u003eSunshine Cobb’s works offer a practical and inspiring approach to the world of hand building in ceramics. These books provide clear guidance for both beginners and experienced artists, focusing on techniques that bring creative ideas to life through clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thoughtful explanations paired with hands-on advice, making complex processes accessible and enjoyable. Cobb’s writing invites exploration within the broader arts and culture space, encouraging personal growth through craft.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-beginners-guide-to-hand-building-by-sunshine-cobb-9780760374764","title":"The Beginner's Guide to Hand Building","description":"Join the home pottery revolution! Whether you have access to a communal studio or not, hand building projects can travel just about anywhere. Take your clay outside or work at the kitchen table, with instruction from best-selling ceramics author Sunshine Cobb. In this book, you'll find all the necessary fundamentals, including a thorough discussion of clay as well as helpful tips for keeping your body and mind in top shape. Then pick the path that's right for you in the chapters that follow. Develop new skills and unlock your own creativity as you explore:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Sculptural projects like miniature animals and plants.\u003cbr\u003e- Functional items like scoops, a citrus reamer, and a coffee pour-over vessel.\u003cbr\u003e- Mixed media projects including a candlestick holder, mobile, and a soap dish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll along the way, skill-building is front and center, with conversational instructions and tips to help you make pieces you're proud to show off. Gallery work from some of today's top artists are sure to inspire potters of all levels. What will you make first?","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47363015409900,"sku":"9780760374764","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19675823482458.jpg?v=1772912466"},{"product_id":"mastering-hand-building-by-sunshine-cobb-9780760352731","title":"Mastering Hand Building","description":"Take your skills to the next level! From pinch pots to coiled boxes to soft slab tableware, mastering hand building is a lifelong pursuit. In this book, Sunshine Cobb covers all the foundational skills, with lessons for constructing both simple and complex forms. You'll also find a variety of next-level techniques and tips: designing templates and replicating pieces, lidded vessels, using molds, a variety of decorative techniques, and other avenues of exploration are all inside. Artist features and inspirational galleries include work from today's top working artists, such as Bryan Hopkins, Lindsay Oesterritter, Liz Zlot Summerfield, Bandana Pottery, Shoko Teruyama, Courtney Martin, Sam Chung, Deborah Schwartzkopf, and many more.","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47383909138668,"sku":"9780760352731","price":65.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19455493482458.jpg?v=1773387990"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/sunshine-cobb.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}