Ceramic Glazes

Master the Timeless Art of Glazing and Firing and Discover How to Effortlessly Craft Aesthetic Ceramic Pieces with This Comprehensive Guide

Have you ever looked at a decorative ceramic piece in awe and wondered if you could do this yourself too? Are you a ceramic artist that struggles a lot with getting the glaze right? Tired of wasting precious time on bad glazes and having to redo them over and over again?

Would you like to say goodbye to "glazing blues" and take your glazing skills to the next level?

If your answer is yes to any of these questions, then keep reading...

In this complete introduction to ceramic glazing and firing, you'll discover all the knowledge, tools and technique you need to become a master glazer from setting up your glazing workspace and choosing the right tools and equipment for your job to crafting your own recipe.

Here's a snippet of what you're going to discover in Ceramic Glazes:

• Everything you need to know about the intriguing history of ceramics and glazes as a beginner
• A crash guide to understanding the delicate science behind glazes from vitrification to the properties of glaze
• A complete list of all the essential equipment you're going to need to make amazing glazes from safety equipment to glaze supplies
• Step-by-step instructions for applying glaze effectively on your ceramic pieces using the different methods
• 4 little-known extra tips to help you make sure your glaze comes out amazing every time
• How to develop your own glaze recipe from scratch for that unique, one-of-a-kind ceramic glaze
• A foolproof 10-factor checklist you need to help you choose the perfect kiln for firing your glazes
• ...and much, much more!

No matter the level of your current glazing abilities, this book is brimming with full-color photographs and detailed instructions of different glazing, molding and firing techniques that are designed to take you from zero to glazing hero in as little time as possible!