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Corinthian and Attic Vases in the Detroit Institute of Arts
BRILL 2007; US$ 173.00The collection of Greek vases in the Detroit Institute of Arts has been compiled over the course of the twentieth century to reflect the range of painting styles and shapes which characterize the period from the eighth through fourth centuries BC. This catalogue comprises those vases from Corinth and Athens with painted decoration. more...
Amazing Sculpture You Can Do
Gateways Books & Tapes 2009; US$ 19.95Beautifully illustrated with instructional images, this guidebook enables artists of all levels to create their own unique clay sculptures. Topics covered include step-by-step procedures on how to pick an armature, clay application, tips on which tools to use, and suggestions for casting completed sculptures. more...
Dionysos in Archaic Greece
BRILL 2006; US$ 217.00An interpretation of the god Dionysos as seen by Greek vase painters before the golden age of classical culture, which will help understand his wide popularity beyond wine consumption, which lasted until the end of antiquity. more...
250 Tips, Techniques and Trade Secrets for Potters
A&C Black 2009; US$ 22.10This is a troubleshooting book filled with tips and handy advice for the beginner and intermediate potter. The information is arranged in easy-to-follow, step-by-step sections which are illustrated with line drawings and photographs. The subjects include: clays, tools and equipment, making techniques, designing shapes and surface decoration. The text... more...
Techniques Using Slips
A&C Black 2010; US$ 22.10Slip is a form of coloured liquid clay which can be used for decoration on its own or covered with glaze at a later firing. Slip is an ancient concept and was used on Roman and Greek vases. There are many techniques in regard to using slips such as sponging, marbling, brushing on, using stencils, trailing, sgraffito and inlay amongst others, and this... more...
Painter Workshop: Creative Composition & Design
F+W Media 2003; US$ 29.99Start every painting the right way - with a composition and design that works! Good composition and design is the underlying foundation of any successful painting. Let Pat Dews show you what good design really is while detailing the principles that can improve your work with every stroke. You can learn how successful painters use the fundamentals... more...
The Art of Contemporary American Pottery
F+W Media 2011; US$ 34.95Beauty will always reside in the eye of the beholder, but what about the fine line between beauty and functionality? Can a purely utilitarian form, such as a simple pot, vase, or plate, truly be considered a great work of art? In The Art of Contemporary American Pottery, author Kevin A Hluch takes up the challenge of addressing this debate. Hluch,... more...
Offical M.I. Hummell Price Guide
F+W Media 2010; US$ 29.99Officially the best M.I. Hummel® resource! Find all the information you need to identify and determine the value of your M.I. Hummel® collectibles with The Official M.I. Hummel® Price Guide, officially licensed by ©ARS AG, Baar/Switzerland, licensor of M.I. Hummel®. This book features: 2,000 full-color images. Special showcase of rare drawings... more...
Robin Hopper Ceramics
F+W Media 2011; US$ 44.99Learn the art of ceramics with a master! Step into the studio with master artist Robin Hopper as he opens the door to his more than 50-year exploration of ceramics in Robin Hopper Ceramics Discover the "hows" and "whys" behind Robin's artistry while he shares his innovative insight, personal reflection and life's work. Robin Hopper Ceramics paints... more...
Warman's Red Wing Pottery
F+W Media 2005; US$ 24.99Red Wing pottery, with its beautiful glazes and hand painted designs, has evolved into one of the most desired collectibles in the stoneware and art pottery markets. The vast collector following for these pieces will love this essential new reference. Warman's Red Wing Pottery covers 1,200 pieces of the most collectible Red Wing stoneware, art... more...









