Book Description
The Glass Artist's Studio Handbook offers readers a comprehensive and accessible guide to not only the nuts and bolts of this perennially popular craft but insight into the artisan crafter's lifestyle.
Author : Cecilia Cohen
Publisher : Fair Winds Press
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 20,1 MB
Release : 2011-07
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 1592536972
The Glass Artist's Studio Handbook offers readers a comprehensive and accessible guide to not only the nuts and bolts of this perennially popular craft but insight into the artisan crafter's lifestyle.
Author : Henry Halem
Publisher :
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 49,99 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN :
An illustrated guide for building and maintaining a modern glass studio.
Author : Lucartha Kohler
Publisher : Schiffer Craft
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 35,75 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Art
ISBN :
Here is an inspiring collection of glass art made by women artists, along with their stories told in their own words. Throughout the early and mid 20th century, women had difficulty finding support in many art mediums. This book displays over 40 talented female artists who have triumphed in the world of glass art, including Asa Brandt, Yoko Ono, and Linda MacNeill. Coming from the 1960s to contemporary times, their beautiful sculptures, mosaics, and delicate creations are illustrated in over 350 dazzling color photographs. This book is a must-have for collectors, enthusiasts, historians studying the studio glass movement, and especially aspiring young artists.
Author : Cindy Jenkins
Publisher : Hot Head Glass
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 39,54 MB
Release : 2003-06-01
Category : Glass artists
ISBN : 9780971964303
Features biographical sketches and the work of glass bead artists. Illustrates lampworking techniques.
Author : Liz Lydiate
Publisher :
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 17,73 MB
Release : 1981
Category : Art
ISBN :
Author : Angela Thwaites
Publisher : Herbert Press
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 27,63 MB
Release : 2019-06-11
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781789940046
Nearly all glass makers (unless they are blowing glass) need moulds which can go in the kiln, as part of the process of creating their work. Currently glass students and makers get their expertise and recipes from lots of different sources, picking out the relevant bits and pieces which they need from other glass and ceramic books. This book aims to introduce all the mould-making techniques for casting glass, with detailed information on materials, recipes for mould mixes, methods and applications. It helps the student to learn which methods are appropriate for different types of work, and covers all the basics of how to make your mould. It also includes practical information on sourcing, storing, using and recycling materials, and how to develop your own recipes and methods for particular projects. It also covers where to start with writing programmes for kiln firings including annealing and cooling. It also contains images from well-known artists working in cast glass throughout.
Author : Joan Gordon
Publisher : GMC Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 33,62 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781861088109
This book includes everything you need to know about lampwork, from the history of the craft, to safety and materials, to various bead shapes and decorative techniques. Features clearly laid out instructions, 26 stunning projects in total, and a gallery of examples.
Author : Brandon Holschuh
Publisher : Quarto Publishing Group USA
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 21,23 MB
Release : 2009-02-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 161673535X
Master the art and craft of metal jewelry making in your own home studio! Great jewelry is original, well-designed, and -- with the right tools -- can be created at home by the aspiring artist. The Jeweler's Studio Handbook guides you through the process of equipping your own jewelry studio and teaches you the techniques that will have you crafting one-of-a-kind metal jewelry in no time. Artist Brandon Holschuh walks you through planning your work space, selecting tools and materials, mastering basic metalwork techniques, and applying your new skills to twenty original pieces. In addition, The Jeweler's Studio Handbook encourages novel design, good organization and fearless experimentation, ensuring it will remain an invaluable resource for jewelry artists for years to come. Invites you into the world of the home jewelry artist, from workbench to gallery Teaches fundamental jewelry-making techniques -- hammering, soldering, riveting, and more -- in full-color photographs Illustrates the steps for crafting twenty beautiful pieces of metalwork jewelry, including rings, bracelets, earrings, and pendants Features gallery-quality jewelry from dozens of contributing artists
Author : Sharon Coplan Hurowitz
Publisher : Phaidon Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,36 MB
Release : 2020
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781838661281
The book invites you into the private studios of seventeen of the most celebrated contemporary artists as they draw, paint, sculpt, or design an original project for readers to recreate at home. It demystifies the studio practice through the fun, accessible format of D.I.Y., leading you step-by-step through each artist's project. Eight inserts specially designed by the artists for completing their projects - from stencils to cut-outs - are included. The result can inspire people everywhere to blaze their own creative trails
Author : David Williams
Publisher :
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 47,5 MB
Release : 2018-11-12
Category :
ISBN : 9781999618933
This book will serve you well if: You're new to traditional stained glass painting and are uncertain which brushes, paints and tools to buy - this book will tell you what you want to know. The accompanying 12 free videos will also introduce you to the key techniques. You've painted stained glass for a while but still worry "Is it my lack of skill which is the problem, or is it my brushes, paints and tools which stop me achieving the results I want?" - this book will guide you to the answer. And the 23 free designs will give you an excellent resource with which to practise. You're a teacher who wants your students to experience the joy of mastering this wonderful craft - this book will show you the smallest, most effective set of brushes, paints and tools to place before them so they can triumph. From designers and painters Williams & Byrne, and featuring entries from the journal of the forgotten Victorian craftsman Nathaniel Somers, this book will demonstrate how few possessions you really need to paint stained glass. This is Book 1 of The Glass Painter's Method.