Hand-Building Pottery

Discover the 4 Simple & Proven Techniques for Making Quality Ceramics with Steps on Forming, Firing, and Glazing Your Clay from Start to Finish

By: Chloe Becker

Narrated by: Michelle Swink

Length: 3 hrs and 35 mins

Publisher's summary

Discover the Art of Pottery with "Hand-Building Pottery"

Unlock your potential in pottery, regardless of your skill level. This guide simplifies the craft, making it accessible and enjoyable. Here’s how:

• Smooth Surfaces: Learn to achieve and maintain perfectly smooth surfaces.
• Stability in Construction: Foolproof techniques for strong, stable creations.
• Fundamental Methods Unveiled: Master coil, pinch pots, and slabs.
• Elevate Your Designs: Shortcuts to carving, texturing, and decorating.
• Innovative Ideas Generation: Generate ideas that spark creativity and awe.

Embark on a journey to transform your pottery skills with simple, actionable steps:

• Unlock clay drying techniques and seamless joining methods.
• Discover the magic of texture and glaze for vibrant creations.
• Navigate artistic challenges with a comprehensive troubleshooting guide.

No kiln? No problem. "Hand-Building Pottery" offers alternative solutions to keep you progressing. Ready to craft pottery that reflects your vision? Buy your copy today!

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2024 Chloe Becker (P)2024 Chloe Becker

A Great Guice

It's a great guide for anyone who wants to learn how to make their own pottery. The book teaches you simple techniques for forming, firing, and glazing clay. One of the things I liked most about this book is that it's easy to follow. I've already tried some of the techniques I learned from the book, and I'm really happy with the results. It's a lot of fun to create something beautiful with your own hands. If you're interested in learning how to make pottery, I highly recommend this book. It's a great resource for beginners.

a must-listen for aspiring potters and hobbyists

As someone who dabbled in pottery during high school, I was thrilled to rediscover my passion for this craft through this audiobook. The authors' clear and detailed explanations made the complex art of pottery understandable and enjoyable. Each technique, from forming pinch pots to firing and glazing, was broken down into simple, manageable steps that made me eager for more. Whether you're a beginner or someone like me, revisiting pottery after being away from the wheel for some time, this book is invaluable. "Hand Building Pottery" not only refreshed my skills but also inspired me to explore new aspects of pottery that I had never considered before; well done.

Very detailed

I had never read or listened to a book about pottery, but this book is very detailed, and I found it to be very interesting. The author does a great job of reviewing different types of pottery techniques, such as pinch pottery, coil pottery, and press molds. The author goes into detail about the different types of clay that is required for the different techniques and what makes them different. I actually learned a lot from this book and have signed up for a local pottery class to give it a go. It's a great book for anyone just getting started or who wants to be inspired for a new hobby.

Perfect for Beginners

I enjoyed listening to this book. I learned a lot about pottery, which I wasn't really familiar with before. I highly recommend this to anyone who wants to start a new hobby. It has a great guide to follow and tips that are both helpful and practical.

I got more out of this than my pottery class!

I really enjoyed this audiobook. It covers all the basics, like coil and pinch pots, and then moves on to more advanced topics like carving and glazing. What I loved is that it gives practical tips for common problems, like getting smooth surfaces and making sure your pieces don't collapse. Even if you don’t have a kiln, it suggests alternative solutions. It's super motivating and really breaks things down step-by-step, so you feel confident to try it yourself. The downloadable PDF has great pictures and a helpful glossary. If you're into pottery or thinking about it, this audiobook is a must-listen. It’s packed with useful advice and inspiring ideas.

A great template for beginners and pros to follow!

This audiobook offers clear, step-by-step instructions on four proven techniques for creating quality pottery. Becker's guidance covers the entire process, from forming to firing and glazing, making the craft accessible and enjoyable. Her detailed explanations and tips help listeners understand the nuances of each technique, ensuring successful and beautiful results. This is an essential guide for anyone passionate about hand-building ceramics.

comprehensive guide

"Hand-Building Pottery" by Chloe Becker is a great starting point. It’s advertised as a comprehensive guide to creating pottery for beginners, even with no prior experience. It discusses the different properties, stages, and phases of clay and four hand-building techniques, and it guides you through forming, firing, and glazing your clay creations from start to finish. It also addresses challenges faced by beginning potters, such as achieving smooth surfaces and preventing cracks. Great resource!

great guide

I found this to be an excellent guide for me as a beginner, i liked that it was broken down into four techniques with clear step-by-step instructions. The explanations were very detailed, I found this to be an good resource. would recommend

Pottery Perfection Awaits

You'll soon discover the joy of creating ceramics from scratch. Whether you're a beginner or looking to elevate your pottery skills, the step-by-step instructions are clear and helpful. You'll be forming, firing, and glazing your pieces with confidence in no time. The book shares all the essential techniques to help you succeed at building pottery. If you've ever been curious about hand-building pottery, this book is your resource!

Great for Beginners

I'm new to pottery, and it seemed so overwhelming to get started. This book has been such a game changer for me because it breaks down the techniques to be really effective. The piece I found most helpful was the steps to form the clay as that's been my biggest struggle. I highly recommend this book as an easy way to get started, it's well-written and super easy to jump around in so you get what you need asap.