Japanese Wood-Fired Ceramics
Discover the traditions, techniques and technology behind the age old Japanese art of wood-fired ceramics. Shrouded in mystery for centuries, especially in the Western world, the artistry behind Japanese-style wood-firing comes into the light in “Japanese Wood-Fired Ceramics.” Authors Masakazu Kusakabe and Marc Lancet share everything you need to know to begin or improve as a wood-fire artist or connoisseur in this comprehensive reference to firing effects and techniques, surface development and kiln building.
Features include :
-Step-by-step instructions to build two proven wood-fire kilns: the Dancing Fire Wood Kiln and the Sasukenei Smokeless Kiln
- The first comprehensive Engligh-language guide to yohen, the Japanese classification of wood-firing effects, colors and surfaces
- Tried-and-true recipes for a variety of wood-fire glazes
- A comprehensive guide through all six stages of the wood firing process
- Japanese insights into rarely discussed techniques and practices of wood-fired ceramics
- More than 700 illustrations and full-color photographs
Softcover