Product Description

Widely considered to be the most comprehensive introduction to ceramics available, this book contains numerous step-by-step illustrations of various ceramic techniques to guide the beginner as well as inspirational ceramic pieces from contemporary potters from around the world. For the more experienced ceramist, there is a wealth of technical detail on things like glaze formulas and temperature conversions which make the book an ideal reference. To quote one review: "...I am a studio potter and would not be without it." The fourth edition has been updated to include profiles of key ceramists who have influenced the field, new material on marketing ceramics including using the internet, more on the use of computers, added coverage of paperclays, using gold and alternative glazes.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #144601 in Books
• Published on: 2003-10-20
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 432 pages

About the Author
Susan Peterson is Professor Emerita of Ceramics at Hunter College and is a practising ceramist whose work has been exhibited throughout the world. Her numerous books on ceramics include Working with Clay, Contemporary Ceramics, and Jun Kaneko. Jan Peterson is a high school and college ceramic teacher, ceramic artist and jeweller.

Customer Reviews

Wow - Extremely Useful!!!
It may seem like another one of those books that are full of information which is either too much to read and take in or just too much you don't even want to try!
This IS NOT one of those books. Peterson has written some incredibly useful information which seems to be all my ceramic book collection in one (could've saved a lot of space!). With over 400 pages, each one is full with extremely useful information which is actually easy to read and inspiring.There is everything in there from the usual of different clays, decorating techniques, etc to info on Marketing & Computers, conversion charts & tables for days and also a section consisting of 50 pages of colour photographs of other work.
A fantastic book that should definetly be added to anyones book collection - if your work is sculptural, craft, functional or just for fun this is a must!! Also a great priced book for priceless knowledge!