Equipment - Molding with clay - Pottery without a wheel - The coiling technique - Slab building - Throwing and the wheel - Firing. Embark on your first pottery project with confidence and flair--this step-by-step project book offers a wealth of handy hints and straightforward advice, designed especially for the first-time potter. You will soon be enjoying the results of your work, for pottery offers the ultimate combination of creativity and practicality....

Text and photographs show how to design and fabricate flat and relief tiles, decorate and fire the tiles, install the finished tiles, and much more.

"This book provides a peek into the career of a potter. It covers the history behind the career, the process for creating pottery, and what experience is needed to become a master of the craft. Aligned with curriculum standards, this book also highlight key 21st Century content including global awareness, business literacy, and learning and innovation skills. Hands-on activities encourage creative and design thinking. Book includes a table of contents,...

"This comprehensive guide covers the materials, tools, methods, and techniques you need to make original ceramic pieces in a wide range of forms. From hand sculpting to pinching, wheel throwing to slip casting, here you'll find easy-to-follow instructions accompanied by beautiful photographs that make the world of ceramics clear and exciting. Readers will also learn about glazes, firing techniques, decorating tips, and much more" --Jacket.