Potter's Studio Handbook: A Start-to-Finish Guide to Hand-Built and Wheel-Thrown Ceramics (Studio Handbook Series)
<DIV>Like blacksmithing or hobby farming, pottery-making appeals to individuals who like to be creative, work with their hands, and donÆt mind getting a little dirty. However, it is a hobby that is largely underserved by the publishing industry, but difficult for someone to learn without a comprehensive guide because the tools and techniques are quite complicated. <B><I>The PotterÆs Studio Handbook</B></I> guides readers through the process of setting up their own studio and teaching them how to master the techniques at home. Once techniques are mastered, <B><I>The PotterÆs Studio Handbook</B></I> will remain an invaluable resource to the clay artist when looking to create beautiful, yet functional projects, at home with <B>nearly 25 projects</B> that build upon previously learned skills.<p><UL><LI>Teaches the three most popular techniques: wheel throwing, hand building, and slipcasting<LI>Teaches readers how to make many functional and beautiful projects at home<LI> Step-by-step photos guarantee success</UL></DIV>