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A magnificent array of handcrafted tiles from around the world covers everything from press-molded pieces to carved works that showcase unique surface treatments, with contributions from such noted artists in the field as Melody Ellis, Peter King and Xinia Marín, and Mary Lynn Buss, among others. Original.

No other volume has ever presented such a diverse and captivating collection of contemporary animal-themed ceramics. Juried by distinguished artist and educator Joe Bova, this magnificent gallery includes pieces from an international group of artists; the beautifully crafted works range from the representational to the abstract, from artful realism to provocative surrealism (including animal-human hybrids). Ann Marais' image of a waterfowl painted onto a porcelain dish has a restrained, Asian quality. Sharkus' painted and smoke-fired stoneware turtle could easily be mistaken for the living creature. Bova provides astute and illuminating commentary overall, with selected artists' notes.

This studio reference captures all the popular techniques available for embellishing clay, as well as a wealth of practical information and detailed images that lead readers through every phase of th

Form, function, beauty: vases are versatile and flexible, and beloved by potters for the variety of techniques, ideas, and aesthetics they embrace. "500 Vases" is the tenth book devoted to ceramics in the popular series, and a welcome addition. It showcases the finest contemporary work from international artists, capturing the full spectrum of styles, each potter''s original voice, and whenever possible, close-up details that truly capture the surface quality of the piece.

The newest entry in the popular 'Masters' series presents 38 of the world's most notable potters and sculptors-and dozens of vibrant, functional, sculptural, and figurative pieces of earthenware to explore. 'Masters: Earthenware' reveals the tremendous imagination, innovation, and technical facility that today's artists bring to the oldest ceramic medium. Curated by Matthias Ostermann, a celebrated ceramist in his own right, this stunning volume gives each featured artist a mini-retrospective of approximately eight pages that showcase 12-14 of his or her best works. Illuminating comments from the creators accompany the images, outlining their development and artistic philosophy. Includes: Marino Moretti - Alexandra - Copeland - Terry Siebert - Connie Kiener - Linda Arbuckle - Diego Romero - Christine Thacker - Stephen Bowers - Richard Slee - Richard Milette - Lisa Naples - Woody Hughes - Wynne Wilbur - Gail Kendall - Herman Muys - Paul Day - Patti Warashina - Greg Payce - Cindy Kolodziejski - and more!