This is a new, revised, and updated edition of Brian Sutherland's classic book on making glazes from natural sources, such as trees, plants, and stones.

Ash Glazes has been designed as an introduction and practical handbook to this glazing technique, covering the history of ash glazes and the practicalities of collecting and testing wood ashes and transforming them into glazes. It will provide inspiration for working potters and delight all those interested in contemporary ceramics.

This book explains how to collect materials to make your own glazes. It gives practical instructions about sourcing and harvesting material from your local environment, mixing a glaze, testing samples, applying the glaze, and firing the work.

This full color handbook provides complete instruction on creating matte and textured ceramic glazes. "Dry Glazes" contains more than 100 photographic illustrations and more than 270 formulas and recipes for slips, sigillatas, vitreous englobes, oxides, and stains.

"Covers the history of salt glazing and the technical considerations--particularly kilns--that set this form of glazing apart from all others ... also showcases the work of leading salt glaze artists"--Front flap of jacket.

Chinese pottery has long been esteemed not only for its beauty and delicacy but also for the utility and efficiency evident in the potter's skill.

Ash Glazes is the definitive reference for potters who want to achieve success with these highly variable glazes. Author Robert Tichane takes the guesswork out of ash glazes, sharing the results of his exhaustive research and experimentation.