This book examines the history of crystalline glazes and various aspects of their production, describing suitable clays and kilns, glaze recipes, glazing techniques and how to fire in both oxidation and reduction. This second edition has been updated to include information about new crystalline glaze potters and redesigned with colour illustrations.

"This comprehensive treatment of crystalline glazing offers complete directions on how these exciting glazes are compounded, applied, and fired, with how-to exercises for every step of glaze production. A firing schedule and complete explanation is provided for each of the 55 glaze recipes included"--Back cover.

Macro-crystalline glazes present one of the most difficult challenges a potter can face. In this book, Peter Ilsley reveals his own research and techniques, whilst 13 other potters tell how they have met the challenge of crystals.

Crystalline glazes have a magical quality that appeals to many ceramicists. Unfortunately, producing these glazes can be technically difficult. Diane Creber tackles the problems involved in using this challenging medium. She describes the clays and kilns most suitable, explains how to glaze, provides glaze recipes, and discusses how to fire in both oxidation and reduction conditions. She also briefly sketches the history of crystalline glazes. A useful guide to this exciting subject, Crystalline Glazes is perfect for both the student and the practiced potter experimenting with this technique. This second edition includes a new chapter, profiling the work of fourteen potters from around the globe. These artists discuss their approaches, techniques, and recipes for achieving successful crystalline glazes. Book jacket.

Crystalline Glazes: Understanding the Process and Materials is a complete course in this most esoteric of ceramic arts which will be of use to beginners and seasoned potters alike. All aspects of developing, mixing, coloring, applying and firing to maximize the beauty of these glazes are covered in detail in an easy to read, one-on-one style. Illustrations of various aspects of glazing, color combinations using both readily-available and rare-earth colorants are included, as are recipes for tried-and-true glazes that will help you on your path to success.

"This book made me fall in love with glaze all over again." —Ben Carter, author of Mastering the Potter’s Wheel Whether you look forward to glazing your work or are guilty of saying "I hate glazing!" Amazing Glaze is for you. Join author and Odyssey Clayworks founder Gabriel Kline on a journey that makes glazing less intimidating and more fun. Start in the "glaze kitchen" where you'll set yourself up for success, then move on to learning the tools and techniques for getting your glaze right every time. Along the way, Gabriel shares dozens of tried-and-true recipes and combinations for both mid-range and high-fire glazes. The recipes and foundational techniques of Amazing Glaze are just the beginning. Learn about layering with slip and underglaze, work with resists, and combine techniques to take your glazing above and beyond. Whether you're after crystalline effects, an elusive red, or a crash-course in applying decals it's all here. A variety of artist features and stunning gallery work from today's top artists will leave you inspired and ready to get glazing.