The Ceramic Spectrum
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| Rating | : | 4.25 (974 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1574983024 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 256 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-06-06 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
spud"A must have for your ceramic library." according to spud256. Love this book! I have had more inspiration from this than almost any other ceramic book that I have. I use it all the time. I bought it with another Robin Hopper book, Making Marks, as a set and I have used them and show them to others constantlly. Robin Hopper is the consumate potterhis style is comfortable, approachable, reasonable, and user friendly. I have even made that beautiful plate on the cover several times (it is not as hard as it looks). These books sit out on my work table almost all the time for reference. You can't go wrong wit. 56 said A must have for your ceramic library.. Love this book! I have had more inspiration from this than almost any other ceramic book that I have. I use it all the time. I bought it with another Robin Hopper book, Making Marks, as a set and I have used them and show them to others constantlly. Robin Hopper is the consumate potterhis style is comfortable, approachable, reasonable, and user friendly. I have even made that beautiful plate on the cover several times (it is not as hard as it looks). These books sit out on my work table almost all the time for reference. You can't go wrong wit. Superlative Scholarly volume.FIRST RATE Robin Hopper strikes again. Three cheers for a wonderful text crammed full of information; clearly and concisely presented.I also recommend his DVD "THROWING ON THE WHEEL".. "Inspiring" according to P. K. Neeley. I recently met Robin Hopper at the NCECA conference in Phoenix. He is as delightful, informative and inspiring as his books. The Ceramic Spectrum is one of several books Mr. Hopper has produced that will have the information for you when you need it. As you develope in knowledge and experience and seek to go to the next stage of development, his books will contain the keys/information you seek.
Although this is a technical work, the text is interesting and readable. The new edition reflects the many changes in glaze technology since the first edition of this book was published in 1984. Most striking is the shift to all color photography of samples and finished pieces by other artists a necessity when discussing glazes. It belongs in academic and specialized public library crafts collections, particularly those wanting to replace the first edition. Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc. From Library Journal Veteran potter Hopper (Functional Pottery) has rewritten and updated another of his successful guides for studio potters.
Hopper provides an impressive description of his extensive research into glaze, color, texture, and surface enrichment. Long-term interests in geology and ceramic history have also fueled this passion to understand and use elements of the earth to create objects of both usefulness and contemplation. It goes back to the empirical methods, through intuition and observation of materials and fire, in use for nearly 5,000 years before the understanding of glaze formulation by mathematical equation and molecular weight of chemicals.The aim of this book is to encourage personal curiosity and exploration of materials for glaze and color, so that anyone can develop their own glazes, without pain or anguish, and with a very exciting learning experience.The text is perfect as a course outline for either the individual or the group, where shared experiences tend to enhance and speed up the learning process. Glaze making is a process of creative thought. It is the perfect practical complement to any glaze theory or process of calculation, including glaze calculation software programs.The Ceramic Spectrum is mainly a story of personal discovery over a 45-year period, of playing with materials and fire and observing