Working with Clay: An Introduction to Clay Molding and Sculpting

Working with Clay: An Introduction to Clay Molding and Sculpting

<p>When it comes to creating a work of art, there is nothing quite so visceral as being able to create something with your bare hands. <b>Sculpting clay</b> is a very rewarding craft because it does not require a range of specialized tools or any really complicated techniques. You can set your own pace. </p><br /><p>In this book, we will go through the basic <b>clay working tools</b> and clay techniques to get you started. We will look at the whole process from start to finish – you will learn how to <i>prepare</i> the clay, how to <i>mold</i> it into the shape you want – we look at doing this by hand or by wheel – how to <i>decorate</i> it and how to fire it. </p><br /><p>You will learn about the tools that you absolutely have to have, and ones that are just nice to have. </p><br /><p>At the end of this book, you will be able to start making your own clay masterpieces and, once you get started, you will be hooked – there is nothing nicer than being able to look at a piece of <b>pottery</b> or <b>sculpture</b> and know that you created it from scratch, on your own. </p>