500 Raku

500 Raku
Author: Ray Hemachandra
Publisher: Lark Books (NC)
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Pottery
ISBN: 9781600592942

Raku is an ancient ceramics technique enjoying a modern-day renaissance. This groundbreaking new entry in the highly successful 500 series demonstrates the vitality and invention of today's raku ceramics. Objects including cups, plates, bowls, vases, and statuary contribute to this international gallery of work juried by Jim Romberg, one of the leading practitioners and teachers of raku in the world."

500 Bowls

500 Bowls
Author: Suzanne J. E. Tourtillott
Publisher: Lark Books
Total Pages: 424
Release: 2003
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9781579903626

The amazing beauty and variety in these 500 bowls is a testament to the imagination and inventiveness of today's ceramist. Every technique from across the globe is presented here.

500 Figures in Clay

500 Figures in Clay
Author: Veronika Alice Gunter
Publisher: Lark Books
Total Pages: 416
Release: 2004
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9781579905477

It’s an absolutely unequalled photographic gallery: no other book has ever presented such a varied, captivating collection of contemporary ceramics based on the human form. The works range from representational to abstract, from artful realism to provocative surrealism, and many of them come from leaders in the field such as Judy Fox, Kurt Weiser, and Andy Nasisse. Kay Yourist has produced female forms that are smooth, minimalist vessels with only the slightest hint of breasts and belly. The simple, rounded features of Diane Lublinski’s black-and-white figures possess a fun, clown-like whimsy. Michael A. Prather’s mournful ceramic portraits have frowning faces and pointed dunce-like heads in a muted color palette. Many of the ceramics come with detail images and illuminating artist’s commentary.

500 Teapots

500 Teapots
Author: Suzanne J. E. Tourtillott
Publisher: Lark Books
Total Pages: 428
Release: 2002
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9781579903411

Contains color photographs and brief descriptions of five hundred contemporary teapots, each including the title of the work and the name of its creator.

500 Tables

500 Tables
Author: Ray Hemachandra
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 424
Release: 2009
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9781600590573

More than merely practical places upon which to set coffee cups, the 500 tables selected for inclusion in this exquisitely illustrated book are remarkable works of art. They offer surprise, innovation, craftmanship and beauty. Artists will find inspiration in the inventiveness inherent in each individual table and readers and collectors will delight in the breadth and scope of the entire collection.

500 Cups

500 Cups
Author: Suzanne J. E. Tourtillott
Publisher: Lark Books
Total Pages: 418
Release: 2004
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9781579905934

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500 Animals in Clay

500 Animals in Clay
Author: Suzanne J. E. Tourtillott
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 452
Release: 2006
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9781579907570

No other volume has ever presented such a diverse and captivating collection of contemporary animal-themed ceramics. Juried by distinguished artist and educator Joe Bova, this magnificent gallery includes pieces from an international group of artists; the beautifully crafted works range from the representational to the abstract, from artful realism to provocative surrealism (including animal-human hybrids). Ann Marais image of a waterfowl painted onto a porcelain dish has a restrained, Asian quality. Sharkus painted and smoke-fired stoneware turtle could easily be mistaken for the living creature. Bova provides astute and illuminating commentary overall, with selected artists notes."

Alternative Kilns & Firing Techniques

Alternative Kilns & Firing Techniques
Author: James C. Watkins
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 264
Release: 2006
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781579909529

Demonstrating four different clay-firing techniques, this book illustrates the diverse results that each can produce.

Artvıtal International Interdisciplinary Mixed Exhibition-EXHIBITION CATALOG

Artvıtal International Interdisciplinary Mixed Exhibition-EXHIBITION CATALOG
Author: Curator: Evren KARAYEL GÖKKAYA
Publisher: Rating Academy Ar-Ge Yazılım Yayıncılık Eğitim Danışmanlık ve Organizasyon Ticaret Limited Şirketi
Total Pages: 238
Release: 2021-02-01
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 6257047617

Ever since it’s existence, perhaps more than happiness, unhappiness, limits and depression have forced artists to produce, and it is seen that artworks which arise primarily as a result of the need to self-heal, bring society together against common and binding challenges. This coronavirus outbreak, which has affected the whole world, is one of the hard times humankind is going through. In this period we have been living since March, art offers the most valuable contribution to the sustainability of life with its features that reconcile emotional conflicts, increase awareness, enable the development of social skills, manage behaviors, guide reality and contribute to solving problems. As the people of the world, in this period when we question our relationship with each other, nature and animals, when we are unsure about the future, and when we reconsider our perceptions and priorities, artworks are the only tools that have the power to cope with the coronavirus under its conditions. Because like the virus itself, artworks are capable of passing all boundaries, and they can influence all people, even if they’re under different flags, speaking different languages. This influence will bring back the awareness, the hope, the knowledge that we’re not alone, the compromise, the sustainability of life and its colors. Goethe’s “One cannot escape from the world with greater certainty than through art, and one cannot relate to it with greater certainty than through art.” aphorism reveals a truth that enlightens our present from centuries ago. I thanks so much to all my artist friends who have contributed to the "International ARTVITAL Interdisciplinary Mixed Exhibition" that we hold with these thoughts online within the ISLC2020 International Conference on Sustainable Living. Also I would like to thank my dear friends who took part in the organizing board and made the exhibition happen and Rating Academy, which always appreciates the aspect of science and art that develops and enriches each other.

Contemporary Raku

Contemporary Raku
Author: Stephen Murfitt
Publisher: The Crowood Press
Total Pages: 495
Release: 2022-01-24
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 178500994X

Contemporary Raku is a complete guide to this exciting, dramatic and beautiful art form. It explains the making, glazing and firing methods employed for producing Raku-ware, and features contributions and insights from leading makers. Recognizing the deeper values of the practice, the book also considers the influences and sources of inspiration behind the work of these makers. It introduces the necessary tools and equipment, and advises on essential health and safety measures. It explains how to make vessels and forms with step-by-step photo sequences. Recipes for clay bodies and glazes for the beginner and the more experienced maker are included. Details are given on the Raku-firing process and the range of kilns used. Finally, it explores the practice of 'Naked Raku'. With over 300 illustrations, it is a stunning and detailed account to this magical process.