Making Ceramic Sculpture: Techniques, Projects, Inspirations - Couverture souple

Acero, Raul

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1579903037 ISBN 13 : 9781579903039

Editeur : Lark Books,U.S., 2002

Synopsis

An introduction to a popular, yet under-published, aspect of ceramics. For centuries, clay has been used not only to make vessels but also to create sculptures. For beginner clayworkers and experienced potters who can't stand to make one more mug, here is a guide to sculpting figurative and non-figurative forms in clay. Seven complete sculpture projects are explained step-by-step: a resting cat; a whimsical fish; a colourful bird in a tree; an abstract head; a mythological bird-human creature; a standing figure; a relief wall piece; Learn all the essential techniques: slab, pinch & coil; types of clay; firing techniques; surface treatments; glaze and stain; paint and polish; Step-by-step colour photographs and easy-to-follow instructions. Plus: a glorious gallery of the best contemporary ceramic sculpture. Discover how easy and rewarding it is to sculpt sophisticated forms in clay.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

This book takes the reader through the process of learning how to make hand built ceramic sculpture with simple yet evocative, flexible techniques. Intended primarily for beginners, the text also addresses issues of ceramic form, process and ideation that will be valuable to intermediate ceramic artists as well. An extensive, full color gallery section showcases some of the best contemporary ceramic sculpture from 104 artists worldwide.

Biographie de l'auteur

Born in Colombia South America and raised in NYC Raúl Acero is an artist and educator with work in many private and museum collections. He is a Professor of Art at the University of Redlands in Southern California where he teaches ceramics and sculpture.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Lark Books,U.S.
• Date d'édition: 2002
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1579903037
• ISBN 13: 9781579903039
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 144
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible