Techniques Using Slips
$78.38
- Paperback
144 pages
- Release Date
1 May 2018
Summary
An essential guide to the techniques of making and using slips.
In this book, explore the many techniques for making and using slips - liquid clay which can be used for decoration on its own or covered with glaze - such as brushing, dipping, trailing and sgraffito amongst others. You can also find out how to make up slips and use them at higher temperatures, both with and without glazes.
As well as examples of techniques, discover what can be achieved with man…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781912217557 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1912217554 |
| Author: | John Mathieson |
| Publisher: | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Imprint: | Herbert Press Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 144 |
| Release Date: | 1 May 2018 |
| Weight: | 454g |
| Dimensions: | 15mm x 190mm x 245mm |
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Critics Review
‘Fascinating and informative.’
Fascinating and informative. * Craftsman Magazine (July 2010) *
Whether you have never used slips before, use them occasionally, or have considered branching out to include slip decoration in your work, this book is for you. Take my advice; get this book * Clay Times (Summer 2010) *
Excellent photographs, easy to read. A useful book for those wishing to develop their knowledge on modern day slip methods. * Kent Potters Association newsletter (August/September 2010) *
John Mathieson
John Mathieson has taught in schools, colleges and a prison before becoming a full-time potter. He is a member of the Craft Potters Association and a well-known figure at ceramics events across the UK. He is a regular contributor to various ceramics journals and is the author of Raku.
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