pottery

An introduction to the craft and art of ceramics, presenting step-by-step instruction on the basic techniques, offering tips from experienced ceramists, and including over 300 black-and-white photographs and diagrams as well as thirty color plates.

Profiles two hundred works in oil, sculpture, and ceramics created by Pablo Picasso from 1898 to 1972, many of which belong in private collections and have never been seen before.

Readers will discover that Greece's trading was so influential that its pottery has been discovered in many different areas of the world. Exemplifying how an ancient civilization still holds great importance to this day.

Chronicles the history of ceramics from the sixth millennium B.C. through 1997 A.D., discusses how ceramics have helped researchers learn about ancient cultures, and profiles ceramic pieces that are found in museums throughout the world.

A photographic guide to over 600 ceramic shapes and forms along with various decorative techniques including glazes and underglazes.

A comprehensive guide to the principles and techniques of ceramic design, focusing on shape, form, surface, and function.

Explains the basic techniques of making pottery and includes tips on design, baking pottery without a kiln, and using self-hardening clay.