Paperclay: Art and Practice (New Ceramics)

Paperclay: Art and Practice (New Ceramics)

by RosetteGault (Author)

Synopsis

Now firmly established in the ceramics world, paperclay is a vital part of the modern clay artist and potter's repertoire. The workability of this material allows expressive freedom and imagination at every stage in the creative process, from wet to dry. Paperclay, made with new or recycled paper, is remarkable for its flexibility, unfired strength, and the ease with which it can be repaired, and allows the creation of beautiful finished forms. Building on the immense success of her previous Ceramics Handbook Paper Clay, pioneering artist, researcher and teacher Rosette Gault (M.F.A.) explains how potters and clay sculptors can make, fire and use the material. In addition to the basics, she introduces more advanced techniques for building armatures, sculpting figures and making works for the wall. Packed throughout with photographs of inspiring works by a new generation of paperclay artists, Paperclay: Art and Practice is an essential introduction to the medium.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 160
Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Published: 14 Feb 2013

ISBN 10: 140813120X
ISBN 13: 9781408131206
Book Overview: Still a fairly new development in ceramics, paperclay is an extremely versatile material for the modern potter. In this book, ceramic artists will discover the world of possibilities offered by paperclay, along with examples of paperclay creations by contemporary potters.

Media Reviews
Even after working in the ceramics industry for many years I found many things in this book to be of interest and use. Throughout I found it to be both informative and very thorough in its approach. The use of paperclay as a sculptural medium is both advantageous and exciting. A very attractive book and one every serious ceramic practitioner should have on the bookshelf. -- Alan Parris, Co-Director Aylesford Pottery, Kent UK * Aylesford School of Ceramics Newsletter *
Author Bio
Rosette Gault, an American studio potter, is the acknowledged authority on paperclay. She has written a number of books and articles on the subject, and lectured and taught at universities and colleges around the world.