Book Description

Five editions of this bestseller have shown artists and crafts-people how to enhance the translucent beauty of delicate china and fine porcelain with painted roses, luscious fruit, and miniature landscapes. "Basic china painting techniques, and...mention of paints that can be used when a kiln is not available....Instructions for transferring drawings, using luster glazes, and undertaking a variety of designs are accompanied by step-by-step color illustrations of good quality....Projects include vases, tiles, plates, figurines, brooches, and medallions. Noteworthy is Southwell's stressing of health and safety issues, particularly important for beginners...sage advice". -- ALA Booklist.