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"New Directions in Metal Clay" ~~$24.95~~ $18.71 On Sale! NEW DIRECTIONS IN METAL CLAY: 25 CREATIVE JEWELRY PROJECTS Cece Wire details all the newest innovations and clays, as well as the basics for beginners. She includes every form and formula, plus an extensive array of cutting-edge techniques that range from stone-setting to surface finishing. hand-building, molding, throwing, glazing, and firing. 144 pages, hc	"Potter's Guide to Ceramic Surfaces" ~~$27.95~~ $20.96 On Sale! POTTER’S GUIDE TO CERAMIC SURFACES Jo Connell. The most visually comprehensive decoration book produced. Designed to encourage potters to explore new techniques in fresh creative ways. The techniques are grouped according to the stage at which they are carried out. Includes over 70 techniques with step-by-step instructions. 300 color photos. 160 pages, hc
"Raku" ~~$39.99~~ $29.99 On Sale! RAKU - SECOND EDITION Tim Andrews. Trace the history of raku, from its Japanese origins through its introduction to the west, and delve into the techniques used by fifty contemporary raku potters. This book is best suited for potters with some raku experience who are looking for new ideas. Over 200 color photos. 192 pages, hc	"Raku: A Practical Approach" ~~$29.95~~ $22.46 On Sale! RAKU: A PRACTICAL APPROACH - SECOND EDITION Steve Branfman. This useful handbook guides potters through each stage of raku, from its origins and history to clays and glazes, instructions on firing, combustion, and post-firing methods. Dozens of recipes are included, as well as recommendations for using commercial products. 32 page color section. 176 pages, sc
"Setting Up Your Ceramic Studio" ~~$24.95~~ $18.71 On Sale! SETTING UP YOUR CERAMIC STUDIO: IDEAS & PLANS FROM WORKING ARTISTS Virginia Scotchie. Take a photographic tour of 10 beautiful ceramics studios, and discover exactly how and why each design so perfectly meets the artist's particular needs. Covers all the decisions about equipment, work flow, and safety that go into setting up a new studio 128 color pages, hc	"Setting Up Your Ceramic Studio" ~~$17.95~~ $13.46 On Sale! SETTING UP YOUR CERAMIC STUDIO: IDEAS & PLANS FROM WORKING ARTISTS Virginia Scotchie. Take a photographic tour of 10 beautiful ceramics studios, and discover exactly how and why each design so perfectly meets the artist's particular needs. Covers all the decisions about equipment, work flow, and safety that go into setting up a new studio 128 color pages, sc
"Smashing Glazes" ~~$30.00~~ $22.50 On Sale! SMASHING GLAZES: ARTISTS SHARE INSIGHTS AND RECIPES Susan Peterson. This breathtaking collection of work from 53 ceramic artists goes beyond a mere gallery of their work, inviting readers into their studios to share their insights into the aesthetics of ceramic surfaces as well as the f o r m u l a s for some of their most successful glazes. 85 color photos. 28 pages, hc	"Step-By-Step Calligraphy" ~~$17.95~~ $13.46 On Sale! STEP- BY- STEP CALLIGRAPHY: A COMPLETE GUIDE WITH CREATIVE PROJECTS Susan Hufton. Technical exercises are given for six calligraphic styles. Practice your skills on one of 15 creative projects from personalized stationery to a stunning family tree. “Exceptionally well written, clearly illustrated and astonishingly helpful.”—Art Times. 144 color pages, sc