Slab Techniques (Ceramics Handbook)

by Jim Robison and Ian Marsh

Paperback: 112 pages
Publisher: American Ceramic Society (2010)
Language: English
ISBN-13: 978-157498309-8
Dimensions: 9.2" x 6.1" x 0.35"
Shipping Weight: 0.61 lbs.

Although this is essentially a very simple subject, slabs can be used to make the most basic of forms to the most complex. This broad approach to slab work shows a wide variety of building methods and illustrates the work of many high profile ceramic artists in this area.

This book explores and explains most of these methods through step-by-step images and text, using a varied range of both pots and sculpture. There are often several techniques that could be used to achieve the same result and this book shows that no one method is correct, but there will be one which is appropriate for the potter, the clay and the firing process. You are encouraged to experiement and develop your own ideas.

Slab Techniques covers all the basics, such as making your slabs and joining well, simple building methods, use of supports, creating textures, decorating with slips and ways to avoid disasters during firing. It also looks at many innovative and original approaches, as well as building large-scale pieces and the problems associated with it. The book aims to encourage the reader to experiment and find the methods most suited to them, while fantastic images of finished work are offered to show what can be possible.

Part of the Ceramics Handbook series: conceived as an introduction to various topics and techniques relating to the use of clay. Aimed at the student or the practiced ceramicist experimenting in a new area.