Raku - Tim Andrews

01 Jan 2005

Press Release

This is the newly revised edition of Tim Andrews' popular book on the versatile medium of raku.

The second edition provides a definitive guide to raku techniques and processes, informing the ceramicist how best to explore the possibilities of this Japanese-bom art form, as well as offering the enthusiast a sumptuous collection of full colour photographs.

Raku takes the reader on a journey through its recent history, outlining changes in its perception and usage over the past twenty years. The book offers a comprehensive guide to raku artists and has now been updated to include a deliciously varied selection of contemporary work as well as older examples. The book would be a prize to both students and professional ceramicists who will relish Tim Andrews' broad experience and make use his clear discussion of clay types, raku firing, glazes, techniques and reduction processes; Raku is an essential reference for every lover of ceramics.

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Facts:
Publication Date: January 2005
Price: £35
ISBN: 0-7136-6490
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: A&C Black Publishers Ltd, 37 Soho Square, London, W1D 3QZ
Tel: 020 7758 0200
Edition: 1st

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