{"product_id":"contemporary-raku-9781785009938","title":"Contemporary Raku","description":"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eContemporary Raku\u003c\/i\u003e is a complete guide to this exciting, dramatic and beautiful art form. It explains the making, glazing and firing methods employed for producing Raku-ware, and features contributions and insights from leading makers. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Recognizing the deeper values of the practice, the book also considers the influences and sources of inspiration behind the work of these makers. It introduces the necessary tools and equipment, and advises on essential health and safety measures. It explains how to make vessels and forms with step-by-step photo sequences. Recipes for clay bodies and glazes for the beginner and the more experienced maker are included. Details are given on the Raku-firing process and the range of kilns used. Finally, it explores the practice of 'Naked Raku'. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e With over 300 illustrations, it is a stunning and detailed account to this magical process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Crowood Press (UK)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/01\/2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781785009938\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 176","brand":"Stephen Murfitt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42362392477877,"sku":"9781785009938","price":23.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/products\/img_8f849c63-b720-4753-96f4-09b4558c123b.jpg?v=1662434900","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/contemporary-raku-9781785009938","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}