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Special Effect Glazes
Series: New Ceramics
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This book is essential for experienced and aspiring studio potters interested in developing advanced glazing techniques and understanding the science behind special effect glazes. It suits creatives looking to experiment and perfect their glaze formulas.
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See moreA complete guide to fantastic special effects glazes for the studio potter.
A complete guide to fantastic special effects glazes for studio potters.
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A complete guide to fantastic special effects glazes for studio potters.
From drippy and crackle to ash and lichen glazes, experienced ceramicist Linda Bloomfield guides you through the world of special effect glazes. Beautifully illustrated with pieces from both emerging and established potters that showcase stunning copper oxide-blues, metallic bronzes, and manganese-pink crystal glazes, Special Effect Glazes is packed full of recipes to try out: from functional oilspot glazes using iron oxide, to explosive lava glazes.
In this informative handbook, discover how you can create these fantastic effects and learn the basic chemistry behind glazes in order to adjust and experiment with your unique pieces. Discussed are materials and stains, how to find them and how they affect the colour and texture of the glaze, alongside practical fixes to familiar glaze-making problems.
Special Effect Glazes is essential if you are interested in creating eye-catching glazes and wanting to develop your knowledge of glaze-making, or experiment with your own formulas to achieve the perfect finish.
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Praised as a valuable contribution to glaze knowledge, this book is recognised for its wealth of information and practical recipes. Reviewers highlight its evolutionary insight into glaze chemistry and encourage readers to use it as a source of inspiration and experimentation to achieve successful studio results.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781912217878
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 25 June 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Herbert Press Ltd
Illustration: Colourful images throughout
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 10.0mm
Width: 184.0mm
Height: 246.0mm
Weight: 500g
Pages: 160
About the Author
Linda Bloomfield trained as a materials scientist before fulfilling her dream of becoming a potter. She has made thrown porcelain tableware in her West London studio since 2003 and sold her various ranges through Liberty and Harrods, as well as to Jamie Oliver's Barbecoa Restaurant and Michelin-starred restaurant The Clove Club. She has written several best-selling books on ceramic glazes and is a frequent contributor to Ceramic Review.
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