Pottery making techniques : a pottery making illustrated handbook

147 Pages·2004·32.983 MB·English

by  Anderson Turner

P O T T E R Y M A K I N G T E C H N I Q U E S
Gttety Waking 7ech niques
R E L A T E D T I T L E S
The Extruder Book Barrel, Pit, and Saggar Firing ceramics artists who have explored the possi-
Daryl E. Baird Edited by Sumi von Dassow bilities and potential of electric kilns. These
This extensive how-to book emphasizes cre- This Ceramics Monthly Handbook reflects the artists share their knowledge on a wide range
ative ways the extruder is being used in pot- growing interest in pit firing and related of topics, including clay bodies, glazes, deco-
tery studios. It covers, in great detd, all com- techniques. The articles included here were rating, form and more.
mercially available carefully selected to 2003 Paperback 144 pages
extruders and associat- illustrate the wide ISBN: 1-57498-160-9 Order code: CA19
ed equipment on the range of approaches to
market today (includ- barrel, pit and saggar
ing company contact firing. Works ranging
Glazes: Materials, Recipes and
information), ceramic from wheel-thrown
Techniques
artists using extruders, and coil-built pots to
Edited by Anderson Turner
and a beautiful 96- complex sculpture are
A collection of articles published in Ceramics
page full-color gallery tied together by a sim-
Monthly dealing with glazes. Written by and
of works created with ilarity in the firing
about artists and experts, these articles eover
the extruder. Nine process. Standard ver-
a wide range of mate-
illustrated step-by-step projects offer valuable sions of these firing techniques, as well as
rials, recipes, and tech-
tips and ideas. An impressive collection of innovative variations, are discussed.
niques used in the
more than 450 photos and drawings demon- 2001 Paperback 132 pages
glazing of work by
strates the versatility and indispensability of ISBN: 1-57498-127-7 Order code: CA17
both studio potters
the extruder and shows hundreds of ways for
and ceramic artists.
artists to improve and expand their work.
This book is a great
You’ll find numerous tips on selecting, buy-
Creative Ideas for Clay Artists example of how the
ing, using and making dies for your extrud-
Edited by Anderson Turner modern potter uses a
er, as well as valuable inspiration for your
Looking for new ideas? This Ceramics combination of trial-
work.
Monthly Handbook features a collection of and-error discoveries
2000 Hardcover 294 pages
articles about creative artists, and ideas to along with information from scientists and
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challenge you and engineers in the field to achieve unique
inspire your work. effects that are the signature of the current
Pottery, sculpture and ceramics art movement.
Clay: A Studio Handbook finishing techniques 2003 Paperback 144 pages
Vince Piitelka are covered. This is a ISBN: 1-57498-174-9 Order code: CA21
.Drawing on more than 30 years of experi- must-read for anyone
ence in ceramics, Pitelka has created the involved in clay.
most practical, all-inclusive studio handbook Whether looking for
Studio Practices, Techniques and Tips
for students, studio new designs, new
Edited by Anderson Turner
artists, educators, and inspiration or renewed
A collection of articles, suggestions, and
all those interested in creativity, you will
Q&A from the Ceramics Monthly archives
the art of clay. Ten find it here through these talented featured
published over the past 20+ years. Potters
chapters, addressing artists and their unique approaches to clay.
share their knowledge
the full range of 2001 Paperback 110 pages
J on a full range of top-
ceramic processes, ISBN: 1-57498-122-6 Order code: CA16
ics including design-
bring a lifetime of
ing a studio, makmg
ceramic knowledge
and using tools and
directly into the hands
Exploring Electric Kiln Techniques equipment, photo-
of potters. Concerned
Edited by Sumi von Dassow graphing work, mar-
about safe and efficient studio operation,
The electric luln has keting and sales, kilns
Pitelka pays diligent attention to safety prac-
made the experience and firing. Woven
tices. A thorough table of contents, glossary
of pottery accessible to through the fabric of
and index make finding answers quick and
people from all walks this book are also the
convenient. Numerous step-by-step illustra-
of life. For those who stories of problem solving, insightful solu-
tions guide readers through the many tech-
would like to better tions, and the individual stories of challenges
niques.
understand the art and and successes.This is a must-have book for
2001 Hardcover 384 pages
science of pottery, this any potter or clay artist setting a course for
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Ceramics Monthly pursuing clay beyond the casual past-time.
handbook focuses on 2003 Paperback 144 pages
the expertise of ISBN: 1-57498-200-1 Order code: CA22
P O T T E R Y M A K I N G T E C H N I Q U E S
A Pottery Ma kins ILLUSTRATED Handb ook
THROWING
HANDBU LDING
FINISHING A ND FIRING
EDITED BY ANDERSON TURNER
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Pottery Making Iuustrated is a magazine just for potte-teur or pmfmional, student or teacher. Each issue fea-
tures well-illustmted, easy-to-understand idormation on handbuildmg, hwing, glaztng and fimg techniques, as
well as stepby-step projects and idormation on tools, equipment and safety Articles are written by prof&od
potters, teachers and experts in the field. Published bimonthly
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Section One
ONTENTS
THROWING
Carved Teapot
by Jim Connell ............................................................................ 5
Wheel Throwing: Low-Stress Centering
by Ginny Marsh ......................................................................... 9
Getting It Together
by Dannon Rhudy ..................................................................... 10
Throwing Sticks: Tools of the Trade
by Ivor Lewis ........................................................................... 16
Using a Throwing Stick
by Ivor Lewis ........................................................................... 18
An Approach to Bottles
by Cory Roth ............................................................................ 20
How to Make Outstanding Bats
by GeorgeJuliano with Elizabeth Hudgins ....................................... 24
Building Large Forms
by Michefle McCurdy .................................................................. 2 6
The Lazy Way:Throwing a Jar and Lid in One Piece
by Sumi von Dassow .................................................................. 30
Cut-off Wire Bow
by Don Adamaitis ...................................................................... 34
Throwing Square and Oval Plates with Kirk Mangus
by Anderson Turner .................................................................... 36
Throwing Long-Neck Bottles
by Annie Robbins ....................................................................... 41
HandTools Made From Scraps
by Lili Krakowski ...................................................................... 44
Trimming: Method, Tecnique, Mind's Eye
by Sumi von Dassow .................................................................. 45
Pulling Handles
by Steven Hill .......................................................................... 48
HANDBUILDING
A Show Story
by MaryLm Higgins .................................................................. 54
A Collaboration of Painter and Potter
by Susan Chappelear. .................................................................. 58
Handbuilding with Slabs and Cones and Cylinders
by Scott Dooley .......................................................................... 61
Making a Bumper-Jack Extruder
by David Hendley ..................................................................... 66
Homemade Two-Part Extruder Dies
by David Hendley ..................................................................... 68
Industrial Workers Cups:
The Intersection of Industry, Hard Times and Clay
by Richard Burkett ..................................................................... 70
Bumper-Jack Extruder The Sequel
by Mary Kate Sullivan ............................................................... 75
Building with Nails
by Hanna Lore Hombordy ........................................................... 78
Rolling, Rolling, Rolling
by Andi Fasimpaur .................................................................... 82
Paper Clay A Primer
by Rosette Gault ....................................................................... 85
Creating Forms with Hump Molds
by Harriet Gamble.. .................................................................... .90
The Budget Potter Slab Guide
by Syfvia Shirley ......................................................................... 95
Combining Found Objects with Clay
by Todd Shanafelt .....................................................................9. 6
Make a Split-Leg Potter’s Apron
by Barbara Coultry .................................................................. 100
FINISHING AND FIRING
Airbrushing an Abstract Expression
by Douglas Kenney .................................................................. 104
Unlocking the Secrets of Crystalline Glazes
by George juliano with Elizabeth Hudgins ..................................... 109
Measure for Measure
by Lili Krakowski ..................................................................... 113
Glazing Tips and Techniques
by Sumi von Dassow ................................................................. 115
All Polished Up
by Sumi von Dassow ................................................................1.1 6
Slip Painting
by Tamar Laderman ................................................................... 121
Firing with Paper Saggars
by Dannon Rhudy ................................................................... 124
Kiln Wash
by Billjones.. ........................................................................... .127
Building a Domed Cylinder Kiln
by Don Adamaitis .................................................................... 128
The Degrees of Kiln Firing ..................................................... 140
I N T R O D U C T I O N
My grandfather had many rules with which to live by. Perhaps, the most impor-
tant idea he instilled in me was the pursuit of life-long learning. So, it was with
that thought in mind that I sat down to edit this first Pottery Making nlustrated
handbook.
I have strong opinions about PMI. Having contributed to the magazine several
times and through being part of its editorial advisory board, I have come to have
a real hope and vision of what PMI can be.The main thrust of that vision, for
me, is of PMI as a teaching tool and a helpful reference.
While reading through the five-plus years of the magazine, I quickly found that
I had a dearth of quality information. My problem was, how to present it in the
most helpful manner? I chose to separate this book into three sections: throw-
ing, hand building, and finishmg and firing techniques.
The section titles only scratch the surface of what is contained inside them. Each
section gives information on their specific technique, and they also contain arti-
cles on tools to aid with anything the clay artist might need, from the rudimen-
tary to the highly technical.That is what I find most exciting about PMI. Each
issue includes some basic concepts that may be old news to the more advanced
artist. However, they are relayed with new ideas and hints included.
At its best, PMI can be like a ceramics course in every issue, ideal for every level
of clay artist. I look forward to using this book as an information source in my
own studio, and hope you can also find inspiration contained in each article.
-A nderson Turnev, Spring 2003
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