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"This book is like the best of Sunshine’s pots: a marvel of construction that balances flashy tricks with soulful surprises. The jewels of hard-won knowledge within are piquant, and will linger in your head (and hands) for a long time."―Garth Johnson, Curator of Ceramics, ASU Art Museum Ceramics Research Center
"Anyone who has been lucky enough to take a class with Sunshine will instantly recognize her generosity, humor, and expertise in this book. For all others, it will introduce you to Sunshine’s big heart and organized mind, her sense of form and color, and the joy she finds in making everyday pots. Keep this book close at hand—if you’re using it correctly it should be covered in fingerprints and glaze splatter in no time."―Leslie Noell, Director of Programs, Penland School of Crafts
"Sunshine shares her years of experience working with various hand building techniques to create architectural forms with a strong sense of identity in such an enthusiastic and approachable way that I found myself thinking that she was in the same room with me, sharing her processes, answering anticipated questions, and offering advice."―Jessica Knapp, Editor, Ceramics Monthly
"A must-have book for any potter or teacher, Mastering Hand Building makes me want to be in my studio . . . making pots!"―Bill Griffith, Administrator/Educator and Potter, Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts
"For a no-nonsense approach to hand building and vessel construction in clay, look no further. As only she can, Sunshine offers generous and straightforward information for the beginning to advanced artist and thoughtful interviews with many talented artists in our field."―Steven Young Lee, Director, Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts
"Sunshine Cobb has established a remarkable reputation for quirky, colorful, and thoroughly contemporary pottery. Her new book is just as remarkable. With an engaging combination of technical mastery and philosophical insight, the author’s ebullient personality fairly oozes from the seams of this terrific new studio handbook."―John Neely, Potter and Professor, Utah State University
"Anyone who has been lucky enough to take a class with Sunshine will instantly recognize her generosity, humor, and expertise in this book. For all others, it will introduce you to Sunshine’s big heart and organized mind, her sense of form and color, and the joy she finds in making everyday pots. Keep this book close at hand—if you’re using it correctly it should be covered in fingerprints and glaze splatter in no time."―Leslie Noell, Director of Programs, Penland School of Crafts
"Sunshine shares her years of experience working with various hand building techniques to create architectural forms with a strong sense of identity in such an enthusiastic and approachable way that I found myself thinking that she was in the same room with me, sharing her processes, answering anticipated questions, and offering advice."―Jessica Knapp, Editor, Ceramics Monthly
"A must-have book for any potter or teacher, Mastering Hand Building makes me want to be in my studio . . . making pots!"―Bill Griffith, Administrator/Educator and Potter, Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts
"For a no-nonsense approach to hand building and vessel construction in clay, look no further. As only she can, Sunshine offers generous and straightforward information for the beginning to advanced artist and thoughtful interviews with many talented artists in our field."―Steven Young Lee, Director, Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts
"Sunshine Cobb has established a remarkable reputation for quirky, colorful, and thoroughly contemporary pottery. Her new book is just as remarkable. With an engaging combination of technical mastery and philosophical insight, the author’s ebullient personality fairly oozes from the seams of this terrific new studio handbook."―John Neely, Potter and Professor, Utah State University
About the Author
Sunshine Cobb, author of Mastering Hand Building, is a ceramic artist and instructor based in California, where she is currently a visiting professor at Sacramento State University. She has previously held adjunct or visiting professor roles at Sonoma State University, University of Pacific, and Utah State. She has experience with everything from eight-day anagama wood firings to slip casting ornaments, but she focuses her talent on functional ware, embracing the richness of earthenware and exploring the challenge of electric firing. Sunshine has been the recipient of the Windgate Fellowship Emerging Artist award, a featured emerging artist in Ceramics Monthly (cover artist), and a long-term resident at Archie Bray. She has taught workshops across the country including Penland School of Crafts, Anderson Ranch Arts Center, Arrowmont, Santa Fe Clay, and The Clay Studio. She holds a BA in studio art from CSU Sacramento and an MFA in ceramic art from Utah State University.
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4.8 out of 5
95.38% of customers are satisfied
5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable and informative
This thought provoking book contains both memoir and practical advice for achieving great results in ceramic handholding techniques. I enjoyed reading her history of developing skill with and knowledge about clay.
5.0 out of 5 stars A present
The artist who received this book for Christmas was very happy with the details and illustrations. Good purchase.
5.0 out of 5 stars This is by far the best book on hand building I have ever seen or ...
This is by far the best book on hand building I have ever seen or owned. I highly recommend it to every potter whether you hand build or throw on the wheel. Even wheel throwers will gain tips and knowledgeable in site. The author, Sunshine Cobb, is a young, gifted potter, who will go down in the history of the clay world as one of the best in the business. Her interviews with other potters is a nice touch. Her step by step guide is easy to follow and understand. The bonus...there are templates! Buy this book, you will not regret it. A very small price to pay for all that is jam packed in this publication.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book with a lot of projects
I've always like the work of Sunshine Cobb and this book did not disappoint. It has projects in it that are easy to follow and lots of other good suggestions, like keeping dust down in the studio and how to make magic water. Good for beginners as well as people who have been doing pottery for awhile.
4.0 out of 5 stars Provide instruction and inspiration
I enjoy the freedom hand building pottery provides and this book offers good instruction for all levels, except for the advanced, and it provides a inspiration and good jumping off points.
5.0 out of 5 stars Very nice book
I didn't realize this is a hard boud book...bonus. it is a great book with lots of instructions, pictures, examples I especially liked the artist pages that tell a little about an artist. Well done.
5.0 out of 5 stars Very informative book
I really enjoy this book and reach for it often.I was very excited to try the boxes, and the templates for hand building were perfect.The book is simple to follow with clear and concise instructions.I highly recommend this book for beginners and more advanced potters.
3.0 out of 5 stars Overestimated
I expected more from this book. If you are new to clay or handbuilding, then this book is worth buying. Nice illustrations, simple projects, interviews with acclaimed ceramic artists.I am just one year in clay and for me this book was much on the elementary side. I also expected some projects from other artists or at least valuable tips, but there are just abstract interviews on choosing career and path in ceramics.
Great little book to use your hands and get them dirty
Great little book to use your hands and get them dirty
Looks great
Book has just arrived and had a quick flick through. Clear directions and lovely photos throughout.
Estupendo contenido y edición
Es un libro lleno de información útil para el que empieza en el mundo de la cerámica sin torno. Además, la edición es muy cuidada. Una delicia!
Really good book
Really good book for those who are interested in ceramics but don't own a wheel.
j'adooooooooore ce bouquin
Une mine d'or.Un soleil !Un de mes préférés dans toute ma collection de livres de poterie
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