{"product_id":"mastering-the-potters-wheel-techniques-tips-and-tricks-for-potters-hardcover","title":"Mastering the Potter's Wheel: Techniques, Tips, and Tricks for Potters - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eBen Carter\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eLinda Arbuckle\u003c\/b\u003e (Foreword by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaster the potter's wheel with this comprehensive guide that takes you from foundational skills to next-level techniques. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFeaturing brilliant tricks of the trade from acclaimed artist and instructor Ben Carter, \u003ci\u003eMastering the Potter's Wheel\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential reference for every potter. Ben breaks down the seemingly complex process of wheel throwing into manageable steps, provides a wealth of options for customizing your work, and gives detailed advice for refining your technique. Richly illustrated with color photography, this inspiring volume includes: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEssential techniques in wheel throwing\u003c\/b\u003e, from wedging clay to throwing, centering, shaping, and trimming pots on the wheel, with a section dedicated to troubleshooting common problems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAdvanced techniques and tips\u003c\/b\u003e for creating feet; making lids, knobs, handles, and spouts; forming bowls, cups, plates, and teapots; altering pots, including paddling and darting; throwing large vessels; and decorating and finishing your pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSkill-building exercises\u003c\/b\u003e for expanding your range and improving your techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAn overview of studio safety\u003c\/b\u003e, including silica dust mitigation, handling toxic materials, correct body posture to avoid injuries, and stretching exercises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eArtist features and inspirational galleries\u003c\/b\u003e with photos of work from today's top working artists, including Kyle Carpenter, Sam Chung, Chandra DeBuse, Julia Galloway, Martha Grover, Ayumie Horie, Forrest Lesch-Middleton, Kristen Kieffer, Kathy King, Matt Long, Alex Matisse, Lorna Meaden, Doug Peltzman, Mackenzie Smith, Shawn Spangler, and many more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake your skills--and your work--to the next level with \u003ci\u003eMastering the Potter's Wheel\u003c\/i\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eMastering Ceramics series\u003c\/b\u003e is for artists who never stop learning. With compelling projects, expert insight, step-by-step photos, and galleries of work from today's top artists, these books are the perfect studio companions. Also available from the series: \u003ci\u003eMastering Hand Building\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eMastering Kilns and Firing\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eAmazing Glaze\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBen Carter \u003c\/b\u003eis a studio potter and workshop instructor and the author of \u003ci\u003eMastering the Potter's Wheel. \u003c\/i\u003eHe received his BFA in ceramics\/painting from Appalachian State University and his MFA in ceramics from the University of Florida. He has lectured and presented workshops at universities and craft centers in the United States, China, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand and exhibited internationally in numerous invitational and juried shows. Ben's work has been featured in the \u003ci\u003eAustralian Journal of Ceramics\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003ePottery Making Illustrated\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eCeramics Monthly\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003ePottery Making Illustrated \u003c\/i\u003enamed him Ceramic Arts 2016 Yearbook Artist of the Year. Since 2012, he has been hosting and producing the popular podcast, \u003ci\u003eTales of a Red Clay Rambler. \u003c\/i\u003eBen lives in New Jersey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstagram: @carterpottery\u003cbr\u003eWebsite: carterpottery.com\u003cbr\u003ePodcast: talesofaredclayrambler.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 208\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 x 10.1 x 8.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e June 01, 2016\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52864688292064,"sku":"9780760349755","price":33.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5909\/4496\/files\/p1sUt-CHhe9780760349755.webp?v=1781263503","url":"https:\/\/improvedinc.myshopify.com\/products\/mastering-the-potters-wheel-techniques-tips-and-tricks-for-potters-hardcover","provider":"Improved Improper Input Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}