The Complete Guide to Low-Fire Glazes for Potters and Sculptors
By Ben Carter

Explore the creative possibilities of this incredibly versatile range of glazes with this comprehensive guide for ceramic artists of all levels.Unlock the world of low-fire glazes withand The Complete Guide to Low-Fire Glazes for Potters and Sculptors. Potter, podcaster, and author ofand Mastering the Potter's Wheel, Ben Carter, challenges the belief that serious artists work exclusively with high-temperature materials,and sharing years of research on crafting exquisite low-fire pots and glazes. Delve into the benefits of firing at lower temperatures, explore the visual nuances of low-fire glazes, and witness renowned artists thriving in this temperature range.Illustrated withand stunning photographyand of work by Carter and other artists, this visually captivating resource covers:Insights into the benefits and visual attributes of low-fire glazesGuidance on setting up a glaze labAn explanation of how glaze is formulatedTroubleshooting tips for common glaze faultsDesigning and making test tilesTechniques for layering, using glaze as form, integrating decals, atmospheric firing, and moreTried-and-true glaze recipes-from gloss to satin, matte, and tin-for varied finishes and color creationWhether you are new to the world of ceramic glazes or looking to expand your knowledge of low-fire glazes,and The Complete Guide to Low-Fire Glazesand is your path through a world of artistic possibilities.Theand Mastering Ceramics seriesand 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:and Amazing Glaze,and Amazing Glaze Recipes and Combinations,and Mastering Sculpture: The Figure in Clay,and Mastering Kilns and Firing,and Mastering Hand Building, andand Mastering the Potter's Wheel.