Macro-Crystalline Glazes: The Challenge of Crystals
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| Rating | : | 4.96 (693 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1861261209 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 144 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-04-27 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
"Crystalline Glazes" according to Ginny Mapes. We have been researching Crystalline Glazes in our ceramics class and found this informative, beautiful publication. After studying the stunning photographs and noticing the detailed glaze formulas and firing schedules, it is a must have. Our teacher wanted it for his personal library. He is a well-known Pacific Northwest. "excellent" according to Kristina. Peter Ilsley has spent alot of time figuring out crystalline glazes, and in his book he explains plainly and simply, the intricacies of this particular artform. Clay bodies, glaze recipes, and firing techniques are closely guarded secrets for lesser artists: this is an honest attempt to pass on valuable information.. augusta kasteel said A beautiful and inspiring book. I had been looking for this book and when the price came down I purchased it. A beautiful and inspiring book
Ever since they first appeared in Europe in the l850s, these spectacular and beautiful glazes have fascinated potters and collectors in many countries. In Macro-Crystalline Glazes, Peter Ilsley reveals his own researches and techniques in great practical detail, and 13 other potters tell how they have met the challenge of crystals. Macro-crystalline glazes present one of the most difficult challenges a potter can face. With informative text and more than 150 color pictures of crystal pots old and new, Macro-Crystalline Glazes will instruct and excite experienced potters, and provide a valuable reference for collectors.