Raku has been a popular technique amongst potters for many years. This guide discusses the clays and glazes that are suitable for this technique as well as kilns and burners, and firing and post-firing techniques that are necessary for a successful raku firing.

Raku

John Mathieson

A C Black Publishers Ltd

The Raku handbook is a clear and concise look at raku, covering all the essentials of suitable clay types, glazes, post-firing reduction methods and of course the all-important kiln. The book is illustrated with colourful images showing a variety of work from a global selection of artists, showing the spectacular range of work that can be made using this technique.

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Slip is simply liquid clay which can be used for decoration on its own or covered with glaze. This book examines the many techniques of using slips such as brushing, dipping, trailing and sgraffito amongst others, and uses contemporary potters' work as illustrations. It explains how to make up slips and engobes, as well as ways of using them at higher temperatures, both with and without glazes. The book is illustrated with working potters in action, showing their own personal styles and how they have adapted traditional methods to suit their work today in a modern context. As well as examples of techniques, there are many images of beautiful finished pieces to show what can be achieved.

Techniques Using Slips

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Raku

Raku

Techniques Using Slips