Sculpting and Handbuilding

Unlock the expressive potential of sculpting with clay, and master the art of pottery without a wheel.In Sculpting and Handbuilding, artist Claire Loder provides an inspiring overview of handbuilding and sculptural ceramics, showing how intuition and imagination can flourish with just a few simple tools. This book will help you refine your handbuilding pottery techniques and introduce time-honoured methods and fascinating new approaches from contemporary ceramicists.Complete with practical instructions and accompanying images, Sculpting and Handbuilding teaches you how to seamlessly construct, adapt and decorate your work. Techniques include:· Pinching and coiling: Learn the fundamental methods of handbuilding to intuitively shape dynamic vessels and intricate, organic forms.·Slab building: Follow expert guidance on working with clay slabs to construct structured, geometric or highly textured sculptural pieces.·Mixed-media approaches: Combine clay with other materials and explore contemporary methods for extending handbuilt forms.Illuminating a wide variety of forms and styles, this book offers expert advice on essential equipment, choosing the right clay bodies and navigating the handbuilding process from start to finish. Sculpting and Handbuilding is the essential guide for any ceramic artist or student wanting to experiment with confidence.