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Books, CDs, DVDs, VHS - Raku
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Naked
Raku and Related Bare Clay Techniques
This book includes virtually
every aspect of naked raku from clay types, making slip wares, slips,
colors, glazes, kilns, firing, posting firing, and finishing. With Eduardo
Lazo’s personal input as well as contributions from Kate & Will
Jacobson, Wally Asselberghs, Linda & Charlie Riggs, Amber Aguirre, and
Dana Bilello-Barrow each describe their personal working techniques. These
skilled and passionate teachers share information they have gathered from
years of trial-and-error and experimentation. By: Eduardo Lazo (Softcover)
C-300-432
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Raku Firing: Advanced
Techniques
Raku is one of the most exciting
and popular techniques in ceramics. From the ball of clay to the final
fired piece, you’re in control of every creative aspect along the way,
and the basic raku process is within the reach of potters of any age or
skill level. But when the technically skilled and highly creative artists
turn to raku, they explore and experiment to take the medium to an
inspiring level. This updated and revised Ceramic Arts Handbook edition of
Advanced Raku Techniques contains information on forming, glazes and
glazing, kiln construction and firing, as well as inspirational stories
from some of the most influential raku artists working today. For any
potter who has experienced the excitement and immediacy of the raku
process, this book is a must. (Edited by Bill Jones, paperback)
C-300-415
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Japanese Wood-Fired Ceramics
‘Take a wood-fired piece in your hands. Can you follow the passage of
the flame as it turns
the clay a glowing red? Can you see where the river of fire eddied
and deposited ash, which then melted into a spray of golden…spots?‘ Japanese Wood-Fired
Ceramics details
the materials and methods of this nearly
1000-year old tradition. Over 700 illustrations and color photos detail the techniques that have been
passed from master to apprentice and offer stunning
examples of works created over the years. Topics covered include: ‘the
complexities of loading and firing a wood kiln, unique glazes and firing techniques used to obtain
surface effects, and experimental approaches…’ Also
included are instructions for building 2 kilns including Olsen’s “Dancing
Fire Wood Kiln”. An
excellent choice for anyone interested in this fascinating technique.
( Lancet & Masakazu)
C-300-392
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Raku
Raku is one of the most popular techniques among potters. There is
something exciting about standing around a fire, watching pots heat, the
smoking sawdust and finally a tense expectancy of seeing the final result.
The very uncertainty of the results is one of the things that draws so
many potters to raku. In Raku, author John Mathieson discusses the clays
and glazes that are suitable for raku. He also examines kilns and burners,
and firing and post-firing reduction. Along the way he takes a look at the
work that is being done in this field around the world. The result is a
handy and inspirational guide to this most exciting of firing methods and
a book that ceramic artists of any level are sure to love. (128 pages, 75+
color photos, 9”x6”x1/2” /softcover) by John Mathieson.
C-300-407
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Alternative
Kilns & Firing Techniques
Ceramicists searching for new ways to fire their creations now have a
wealth of options. Authors James Watkins and Paul Wandless, along with a
group of distinguished artisans, demonstrate in detail how to build
low-cost, low-tech, yet high-quality kilns. The plans range from an easy,
affordable, and versatile Raku kiln to a unique wood-fueled Downdraft
Stovepipe Barrel one, These clever devices make it possible to produce
rich surface effects from alternative reduction firing techniques. In
addition to showing the basic procedures for using each kiln,
easy-to-follow directions for many fast-fire methods unfold in color
photographs: you’ll see how to achieve terra sigillata surfaces with
direct chemical application, and how to do traditional crackle-glaze raku
and smoke finishes.(128 pages, 8 ½” x 11”) by James C. Watkins &
Paul Andrew Wandless.
C-300-402
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Modern Japanese Ceramics
— Pathways of Innovation & Tradition
Enjoy this detailed and lavishly
illustrated survey of Japanese ceramics. There are few cultures in which
ancient traditions and modern innovations exist side by side as they do in
present-day
Japan
. In the more than 100 pottery centers still in existence today, one style
is never wholly given up when something new is created. Over the
past 30 years, the authors have traveled extensively throughout
Japan
to study and collect indigenous ceramics. Now they share their expert
knowledge and remarkable acquisitions from regional pottery workshops
across
Japan
in this profusely illustrated volume. (328 pages, 200+ color photos, 9-1/2
“x 6-1/2 “ x 1” /paper) by Annelise & Wulf Crueger and Saeko
Ito.
C-300-42
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Pottery: A Life, A Lifetime
Mel Jacobson relates his experience as a potter in this entertaining and
instructive narration. He tells his story by weaving anecdotes of his
travels and friendships along with his practical knowledge of studio
practices gained over the past three decades working in clay as a student,
apprentice, teacher and studio potter. Each chapter relates to a different
facet of pottery making, interspersed with stories from his stay in Japan
working with Kunio Uchida's pottery, and candid opinions from his
contributions to Clayart online forum. Subjects include Studio, Tools,
Kilns, Throwing, Turning, Handles, Tea bowls, Glazing and much more. (162
Pages/16 color and 75 B&W photos/ 10" X 7" paper)
C-300-364
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Fired with Passion:
Contemporary Japanese Ceramics
This is one of the first books to illustrate the remarkable achievements
of ceramic sculpture in post-1945 Japan. Strikingly photographed, the
authors discuss and analyze over 230 images of Japanese ceramic art from
noted Western collections and Japanese museums. To better understand today’s
artists—heirs of the world’s oldest ceramic tradition-- a survey of
the history of Japanese ceramic art is included. This book promises to be
a revelation to the general art-loving public, Asian art aficionados, and
practicing potters. (245 pp/ 230+color photos/ 10” x 12 ¼”/
hardcover)
C-300-278
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Raku Pottery
A sensitive and insightful book on Raku from Robert Piepenberg. He
provides expert information on materials and techniques for contemporary
potters, while also devoting time to the history, spirit and philosophy
behind this unique ceramic art form. A well written, beautifully
illustrated book. (159 Pp/ 8 Color Pp + 100s of B&W Photos/ 8”x11“/
Paper) (R. Piepenberg)
C-300-116
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Raku: A Review
of Contemporary Work
An absorbing international survey of contemporary Raku potters. This
inspirational volume will compliment the more technical books currently
available on the subject making it a worthy addition to any library. Tim
Andrews traces Raku’s history from its Japanese origins through modern
times. Lavish color and black & white photography showcases the work
of 50 contemporary Raku potters. A visually delightful book. (160 Pp/ 170
Color & B&W Photos/ 8¼”x107/8”/ Hardcover) (T. Andrews)
C-300-13
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The Tea
Ceremony (no discount)
In Japan, serving tea is both an art and a spiritual discipline. This book
provides a clear and comprehensive look at the source of and inspiration
for this ancient ritual. With over 75 Step-by-step still photos of the tea
ceremony itself, the reader is given a full visual understanding of this
ancient practice. A fascinating book written by two contemporary tea
masters. (223 Pp/ 330 Photos - some color /7½”x10½”/ Paper) (Sen’o
Tanaka & Sendo Tanaka)
C-300-61
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The Sumi-E
Book
NEW! This ancient Japanese technique is ideal for teaching the art of
brushwork because it enables the student to create complex pictures with
four basic brushstrokes. These four brushstrokes are combined to form a
language of expression that can be applied to a variety of creative media.
In ceramics, brushwork can be a beautiful decorative element, whether to
create realistic images or abstract designs and patterns. The mastery of
Sumi-E gives the artist a proficiency in the language of brushwork with
which to reach new levels of creative expression. (128 Pp/ 120 B&W
Illus/11“x8”/ Paper) (Yolanda Mayhall)
C-300-151
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