The Glaze Book

Name: The Glaze Book
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780500510438
Price: 54.99 NZD
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A Visual Catalogue of Decorative Ceramic Glazes

By Stephen Murfitt

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Summary

The Glaze Book by Stephen Murfitt is an invaluable resource for both novice and experienced potters. It explores the intricate art of glaze application, detailing various techniques and providing recipes for achieving stunning ceramic finishes. The book combines practical instruction with an artistic appreciation of glaze's transformative potential on pottery.
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Format: Hardback

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This book may appeal to you if you are passionate about pottery and ceramic arts, offering a comprehensive guide to glaze techniques and effects. Whether you're a beginner experimenting with your first creations or an experienced potter looking to refine your craft, this resource provides valuable insights and inspiration for enhancing your work through glazing.

A reference for all ceramic artists and designers, packed with information and glaze recipes. Each of the glazes is reproduced pictorially so that readers can see the colour and surface responses it has to offer, and each is accompanied by a brief description, the firing range, and suggested uses.

An essential reference guide to the methods and techniques of glazing

Description

Packed with information and glaze recipes, The Glaze Book will enable you to reference hundreds of ceramic surfaces. Each glaze recipe is clearly illustrated so you can see the colour and surface responses it has to offer, and features a description including its firing range, and the uses to which it can be put.

The Glaze Book provides easily accessible help on:

Methods and Techniques
Raw Materials
Glazing Tools and Equipment
Mixing a Glaze
Methods of Application
Glaze Recipes for Earthenware, Stoneware and Porcelain

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?

The Glaze Book by Stephen Murfitt has been praised as an invaluable reference for ceramic artists and designers. It is noted for its comprehensive coverage, providing clear and detailed insights into glazing techniques.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500510438

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 11 March 2002

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Illustration: Illustrated in colour throughout

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 145.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 720g

Pages: 288

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About the Author

Stephen Murfitt has been working with ceramics for the past 30 plus years both teaching and exhibiting.