Experience Clay

By Maureen Mackey

Experience Clay, a contemporary guide to clay techniques, tools, and traditions, is a powerful resource for ceramics teachers and students that covers a wide variety of processes and topics. Supported by clear, step-by-step illustrations, this comprehensive resource details a range of hand building and wheel-throwing techniques and is a wonderful source for exploring ancient traditions in the world of ceramic art. From the properties of clay to decoration and firing, students are encouraged to discover their unique styles and interests while also learning about historic innovations in ceramics throughout history.

Program Features:

• In-depth Studio Experiences that engage and challenge students.
• Step-by-step photographs and illustrations that detail fundamental techniques.
• Outstanding examples of professional and student artwork.
• An entire chapter dedicated to firing, including outdoor and alternative processes.
• Interviews with professional ceramic artists and sculptors.
• An in-depth Student Handbook with essential information on topics such as repairs.
• Art history profiles that chronicle significant cultural influences.