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Japanese Pottery Essentials: Clay & Flame: A Beginner's Guide to Tools, Forms, Glazes, Firing, Repair & Creative Style

by Moto Itou
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9798267451321
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Independently Published
  • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published
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  • Pages: 170
  • Original Price: GBP 9.5
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 236 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Pottery & Ceramics

Discover the timeless art of Japanese pottery-from raw clay to finished vessels glowing with tradition and character.

In Japanese Pottery Essentials: Clay & Flame, Moto Itou introduces beginners to the captivating world of Japanese ceramics, weaving together centuries of craft with step-by-step guidance for the modern learner. Whether you've never touched clay before or are seeking to deepen your skills, this book will equip you with the knowledge, techniques, and inspiration to shape your own pottery with confidence.

Inside, you'll learn how to:

  • Select and prepare the right clays for pottery

  • Master hand-building and wheel-throwing foundations

  • Shape tea bowls, yunomi cups, plates, and sake vessels

  • Understand drying stages and bisque firing

  • Explore traditional glazes like Shino, Oribe, Ash, and Celadon

  • Try raku firing safely as a beginner

  • Repair cracks using the philosophy of kintsugi (gold repair)

  • Care for your finished pieces and build your own creative style

Rooted in the philosophy of wabi-sabi, this guide reminds you that pottery is not only about technique, but also about embracing imperfection, patience, and self-expression.

If you are ready to explore Japanese pottery in a way that is practical, inspiring, and deeply connected to tradition, this book is your perfect starting point.

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