This comprehensive guide offers a wealth of information on creating stunning, vibrant glazes without the need for high temperatures. With detailed instructions, step-by-step techniques, and unique glaze recipes, this book enables potters and sculptors to experiment with a range of low-fire methods, including earthenware, terra cotta, and raku.

Whether you are a beginner looking to explore the world of ceramics or an experienced artist aiming to expand your skills, The Complete Guide to Low-Fire Glazes provides everything you need to achieve big results from low-temperature firing. It covers crucial aspects such as glaze formulation, surface design, and firing techniques that yield beautifully colorful and textured surfaces. Ben Carter also includes insightful interviews with contemporary ceramic artists who share their personal approaches to low-fire glazes, offering inspiration for your creative process.

The book is rich with glaze recipes that cover a variety of textures and finishes, from glossy and smooth to matte and textured. You’ll also find solutions for common glaze issues, tips for achieving consistent results, and innovative approaches to using color and surface treatments. With stunning photographs of finished works and detailed illustrations of glaze application techniques, this book serves as both a technical manual and a source of creative inspiration.

Whether you work with pottery or sculpture, this guide will open up new creative possibilities in your practice, enabling you to create striking, professional-quality ceramics using low-fire techniques.

176 pages
hardcover, colour illustrations

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