Mastering the Potter's Wheel

Mastering the Potter's Wheel
Author: Ben Carter
Publisher: Voyageur Press (MN)
Total Pages: 211
Release: 2016-06
Genre: Art
ISBN: 0760349754

"A book of advances wheel techniques and inspiration for potters who have basic skills but would like to learn more about throwing large forms, lids, handles, darting, and more"--

Potters without a Wheel

Potters without a Wheel
Author: Saswati Bhattacharya
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 158
Release: 2022-06-24
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1000598632

This book is an ethnographic study of clay idol-makers of Kumartuli in Kolkata, India. Much of the visibility and identity of Kolkata’s creative culture has been dependent upon the clay artists of Kumartuli for the last 100 years or so. This book explores the nature of the carefully constructed identity of these idol-makers as mritshilpis , or clay artists, who, as opposed to ordinary potters, work with their hands instead of a wheel. It looks at how the mritshilpis consciously embrace and expand their market based on this variation and elevated status as artists instead of artisans and studies the embeddedness of this identity within the commodity markets. It also shows that commodity markets, in this case the market of clay idols, are an outcome of trends of urbanisation, popular demand, corporatisation and commodification of culture, all of which have shaped the contours of clay idol-making as not only an occupation but a brand identity. Drawing on extensive fieldwork and in-depth interviews, the book highlights the larger structural relationship between urbanisation, indigenous occupational categories and identity politics. It will be indispensable to scholars and researchers of sociology, social anthropology, political studies, cultural history, urban economy, art history, urbanisation, cultural studies and urban sociology.

Wheel-thrown Pottery

Wheel-thrown Pottery
Author: Bill Van Gilder
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 188
Release: 2006
Genre: Pottery
ISBN: 9781579908553

Beginners can try hand building, and progress onto the fundamentals of wheel-throwing. They?ll get expert tips on shaping spouts, handles and feet; adding texture, color, and luster; and combining techniques to create a variety of attractive projects.

The Beginner's Guide to Wheel Throwing

The Beginner's Guide to Wheel Throwing
Author: Julia Claire Weber
Publisher: Essential Ceramics Skills
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2021-12-21
Genre: ART045000
ISBN: 1631599356

The Beginner's Guide to Wheel Throwing is a friendly, contemporary take on the classic wheel-throwing book—perfect for new and returning ceramic artists.

Wheel Throwing

Wheel Throwing
Author: Emily Reason
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2010
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781600592447

Offers a comprehensive introduction to the mechanics of wheel-thrown ceramics. Includes nine projects.

Wheel-Thrown Ceramics

Wheel-Thrown Ceramics
Author: Don Davis
Publisher: Echo Point Books & Media
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2017-04-26
Genre: Pottery craft
ISBN: 9781626546028

Here is a book that combines complete instructions for throwing clay on a potter's wheel with stunning color photos of every step of the process. Packed with comprehensive instructions for beginners, invaluable tips for experts, and a running gallery of international contemporary work for collectors, this is certainly the basic book in the field.

A Potter's Workbook

A Potter's Workbook
Author: Clary Illian
Publisher: University of Iowa Press
Total Pages: 125
Release: 2012-08-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1587299968

In A Potter's Workbook, renowned studio potter and teacher Clary Illian presents a textbook for the hand and the mind. Her aim is to provide a way to see, to make, and to think about the forms of wheel-thrown vessels; her information and inspiration explain both the mechanics of throwing and finishing pots made simply on the wheel and the principles of truth and beauty arising from that traditional method. Each chapter begins with a series of exercises that introduce the principles of good form and good forming for pitchers, bowls, cylinders, lids, handles, and every other conceivable functional shape. Focusing on utilitarian pottery created on the wheel, Illian explores sound, lively, and economically produced pottery forms that combine an invitation to mindful appreciation with ease of use. Charles Metzger's striking photographs, taken under ideal studio conditions, perfectly complement her vigorous text.

Potter's Bible

Potter's Bible
Author: Marylin Scott
Publisher: Chartwell
Total Pages: 195
Release: 2006-09-08
Genre: Art
ISBN: 0785821430

An essential illustrated reference for both beginner and advanced potters, these step-by-step photographic sequences guide you through a comprehensive range of shaping, firing and decorating techniques, so you can begin making wonderful ceramics even if you've never attempted pottery before. Learn about essential tools and equipment, different types and constituencies of clay, methods of production and much more. Includes dozens of ideas for creating textured surface effects and decorations. Over 45,000 copies sold worldwide. This hardcover book with internal wire-o binding is 6.5in x 8in, a perfect size for readers to keep handy and reference often. The stylish design of this book, along with the interior photographs, illustrations and diagrams, make the learning process simple and fun for beginners and provides useful tips for more advanced readers. This book will walk you through the essential tools and equipment and different types and constituencies of clay; study methods of building pots using slabbing, coiling, throwing, and molding, and find out how to create a range of different shapes and forms.

Seeing in the Dark

Seeing in the Dark
Author: Ronald D. Vaughan
Publisher: Smyth & Helwys Publishing, Incorporated
Total Pages:
Release: 2017
Genre: Depressed persons
ISBN: 9781573129732

Does the Bible have anything to say about depression? In thirty-five years of serving as a pastor, counselor, and chaplain, Ronald "Dee" Vaughan has learned that this is not an academic question. Those who ask about the Bible's relevance to this illness do so because they are struggling with emotional and spiritual darkness and need spiritual strength to survive. As a student of the Bible and a survivor of depression, the author answers those struggling seekers. During his own time of illness, Vaughan kept a journal of Scripture passages, quotations, advice, and personal discoveries-truths that gave him glimpses of spiritual light that guided him through the darkness toward healing and health. In this book, he shares those life-giving discoveries. This collection of biblical meditations is designed to be used as a daily devotional resource. Along with each meditation is a prayer based on that chapter's life lesson and a truth to affirm, a short summary to help readers remember what they've learned.

The Origins and Use of the Potter’s Wheel in Ancient Egypt

The Origins and Use of the Potter’s Wheel in Ancient Egypt
Author: Sarah Doherty
Publisher: Archaeopress Publishing Ltd
Total Pages: 150
Release: 2015-02-06
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1784910619

Despite many years work on the technology of pottery production it is perhaps surprising that the origins of the potter's wheel in Egypt have yet to be determined. This volume seeks to rectify this situation by determining when the potter's wheel was introduced into Egypt.