Customer Reviews:
Revitalization Wildfire Through Preservation.......2006-09-04
For those who are still in the preservation trenches, the story of South Miami Beach's revitalization is a stunning re-invigoration! It is clear that the struggle to save inherent and classic beauty takes its toll on both skyline and people's lives, but the result can be profitable both to posterity and pocketbooks.
In another small city on the waterfront, one with less flamboyant but no less elegant architecture, the struggle is as ferocious and dramatic. One of the key South Beach protagonists recognized its parallels and potential early on - Geraldo Sanchez. Undoubtedly, within the next decade, reviewers will be writing in about the volume to be written on the saving of Newburgh, New York.
A guide for city managers and administrators in search for a renaissance.......2006-07-09
The book could serve as a guide for depressed cities in search of a path to follow. City leaders will find many things to copy, imitate and avoid.
A Must Have.......2006-06-21
I am a resident of South Beach, and knew of its history as a tattered slum before being amazingly restored to its rightful place as a world-class destination.
What irked me immensely was that I could not find any thorough explanation of how all this was accomplished. I had heard of the wonderful work of Barbara Capitman and the Miami Design Preservation League and wanted to learn more about them. Then one day, on my usual trip to Books & Books on Lincoln Road, there was "Saving South Beach" sitting on display.
After barely looking at the beautifully designed cover, I eagerly bought my own copy. Thanks to Ms. Stofik, we now have the full account of South Beach's salvation, told in a delightful writing style which is at once scholarly, intricately detailed, and gently amusing.
Not just a history lesson; the background of the residents, and the conflicts involving the city government, developers, and preservationists (and the detailed profiles of these players) make this book quite a read. It is hard to put down and most gratifying in the end. Included are rare photos, including of Capitman herself, and the incredibly gorgeous New Yorker Hotel which was tragically lost to demolition.
If South Beach fascinates you, you must learn of its history and this is a perfect way to start.
Saving South Beach.......2005-12-03
A must have for anyone interested in preservation and the saving of our national treasures. Stofik shows how one city, despite politics and special interests, revitalized a decaying past into a vibrant future.
An easy going writing style makes this a joy to read and Stofik's passion for historical preservation shines through.
Book Description
Ceramicists searching for new ways to fire their creations now have a wealth of options. Authors James Watkins and Paul Wandless, along with a group of distinguished artisans, demonstrate in detail how to build low-cost, low-tech, yet high-quality kilns. The plans range from an easy, affordable, and versatile Raku Kiln to a unique wood-fueled Downdraft Stovepipe Barrel one. These clever devices make it possible to produce rich surface effects from alternative reduction firing techniques. In addition to showing the basic procedures for using each kiln, easy-to-follow directions for many fast-fire methods unfold in color photographs: You’ll see how to achieve terra sigillata surfaces with direct chemical application, and how to do traditional crackle-glaze raku and smoke finishes.
Customer Reviews:
Alternative Kilns & Firing Techniques.......2007-09-06
I really like this book. The directions are clear and easy to understand. The pictures are great! I borrowed this book from a friend and immediately ordered it for myself.
Unique ways to make pottery.......2007-09-01
As I perused this book, I got excited to build my own kiln, to use unique kinds of firing techniques and experiment. It will be like Christmas with each try. I love the ideas and encouragement.
Lots of great info and beautful pics.......2007-05-07
This is a great book on raku. it gives different views from different artists. The photography is good and shows many alternative ways to finish one's pottery other then the traditional glazing and firing. This book is a must for a potters reference bookcase.
terrific!.......2006-11-13
I was so hungry for the information provided by this book,I bought it up fast.It's exactly what I needed,it has basic and user friendly info,a really good value for what it costs.I took it to the studio,and had others look at it and drool,begging me for info as to where they could get a copy.I am really glad I have it!!!
Average...but can find same on internet.......2006-08-14
I was disappointed in this book as most of what is in it, you can find on the internet, and usually better information. It will make a pretty edition to my pottery library but I had hoped for more.
Book Description
The origins of raku can be traced back hundreds of years to Japan, where it was used as the traditional method of creating clay bowls for the tea ceremony. Over the years, potters have embraced and adapted these methods, celebrating the remarkable but unpredictable results achieved using raku techniques. Irene Poulton, who has specialized in raku firing for over 20 years, considers the origins of raku before offering 300 glaze recipes. A selection of other potters also share their ideas. With 100 color photos of raku-fired pieces, this is an outstanding source of information and inspiration for all potters.
Book Description
The Japanese art of Raku, a challenging pottery firing
technique that uses fire and smoke to form unique patterns on
the glaze, has long been a favorite of ceramists. This
comprehensive overview of Raku explores the fascinating art
and its history in full detail.
Inside, readers will find information on the clay types used in
Raku and the subsequent firing process, as well as the glazes,
techniques and reproduction processes common to the art.
This new edition has been completely re-written and updated
with over 200 all new, full-color photos of beautiful Raku
pottery. It also contains an in-depth history of the origins of
Raku, its development over the last 20 years, and the changes
in techniques and perception of the art during that time.
Customer Reviews:
Raku.......2006-07-14
I can not give a opinion if I have not received the book as of yet to be seen
Great raku information.......2005-09-10
This is his second book I bought. I thought that this book would repeat a lot of the information in the first book, but to my surprise the book had a lot of new information and new pictures. This book is worth taking an evening to read it cover to cover. This is a great edition to his first book.
Book Description
Raku is a pottery technique in which the ware is quickly fired, removed from the kiln while it is hot and the glaze is molten, and completed in a post-firing phase outside the kiln. This useful handbook guides beginning and intermediate potters through each stage of raku, from its origins and history to clays and glazes, instructions on firing, combustion, and post-firing methods. Dozens of recipes are included for clay bodies and glazes, as well as recommendations for using commercial products. Detailed information is provided for building or buying raku kilns, with troubleshooting guidelines for firing and kiln design issues.
Author Steven Branfman has expanded and updated his original edition, including more information on slip resist/naked raku, raku saggar, fuming, vapor glazing, and other related techniques, and many more photos.
- Complete instructions for successful raku pottery
- Expanded color photo section
- Dozens of clay body and glaze recipes plus recommendations for commercial products
Customer Reviews:
Raku: A Practical Approach.......2006-01-15
A complete resource for raku firing. Specific technical information for kiln construction, as well as photos, glaze recipes and much discussion about experimental materials for reduction. If you had only one book to learn about raku tecniques,this should be the one.
The Second Raku Bible.......2002-11-30
This is the second Raku Bible that I have used and referred to repeatedly over the years. There is a short section on what Raku is and the history of Raku, but then it quickly moves into the guts of technical information on Raku. Branfman includes clay recipes (for those who are interested in actually mixing clay) and several glaze recipes with some details on how they perform.
The real meat of the book is on kilns, building kilns, and firing a Raku kiln. Branfman covers firing in both an electric and a gas kiln. He also details many plans and techniques for building your own Raku kiln. Branfman also details many variations of firing methods including reduction firing, piece removal, and post firing reduction methods. Sprinkled throughout the book are great examples of finished pieces using many different styles and techniques that I have used as a repeated source of inspiration. Overall, the book is a very excellent text that covers the practical aspect of the Raku art form.
Easy reading, filled with detailed information.......2001-08-26
Recently I got the idea of replacing my current electric kiln, and converting the old kiln to a gas-fired rake kiln. I posted a question on the ClayArt mailing list asking for advice on how to do this. Every single reply refered me to Steve Branfman's book! I quickly bought a copy, and found it to be every bit as good as advertised. In an readable, conversational style, Steve covers a wide range of topics, including some history, glaze formulations, types of kilns, firing advice, and health & safety. Where needed, he gives very detailed and specific technical information (the section on determining BTU requirements for burners was *exactly* what I needed). He also provides great recommendations on sources and suppliers. For anyone who wants to get started, or go further, with raku, this is a great book.
Raku A Practical Approach.......2000-05-13
A very good resource for anyone who is interested in the Raku process. I would not recommend this book for novice Raku artists because of the technical terms used in the book. The author does expect you to know varios technical terms. I found this book very hepful to me as I have been a Raku artist for 2 years. This book is easy to read and the photos are great. There are also a few glaze recipes that I enjoyed experimenting with.
This is one of the most complete books on raku I have seen........1997-09-27
I have been a potter for many years and recently decided to build a studio with a kiln in my home. This book was of immense help. It gives detailed instructions and ideas for every aspect of raku from building a kiln (many choices) to mixing glazes and clays, designing a studio, teaching a workshop to health and safety concerns. It has much more practical information than any other book on raku that I have seen. As the author states in the beginning of the book, though, it is not for the novice. He assumes you already have a fundamental knowledge of the art of ceramics. I have recommended it many times to other potters. Margaret Gooding
Product Description
Beyond the basics of How to Raku, you will learn how to: -Raku in your electric kiln -Fire in reduction, when, and why. -The No Lid reduction method -Control the amount of Copper color -Load your kiln for the best results -Convert an old electric kiln into a gas Raku kiln -Keep pieces from breaking -Make joints that survive a Raku firing -Use almost any clay for Raku -Fire with Smokeless Raku techniques -Keep your propane tank from freezing up -Read a recipe and know what the glaze will do -Make a glaze less runny -Prevent your glazes from being contaminated and ruining your pieces -Quickly tests dozens of glazes -Raku without glaze -Fire and reduce very large or very small pieces -Easily get rid of that black stuff -Use a blowtorch to fix ugly pieces -Refire a piece get better results -Tong removal techniqeues -Ideas for functional Raku -Make Raku water-tight for use as vases, water fountains, etc. -Basics of Naked and Horse Hair Raku -Started Glazes to Try ... And MORE!!
Customer Reviews:
So much raku, so little time!.......2007-06-16
Zowie! If you want info on the secret workings of this confounding art, this is the book for you. It works as a beginners guide or as a veteran's handbook. This book breaks raku down into easy-to-understand terms, yet provides little-known insights that could take you years to acquire on your own. Do yourself a favor: invest in the knowledge it takes to give you the edge. This is the book to do that.
If you do Raku you'll want this book.......2007-06-06
I've been working out of this book for a couple years now... I've found some amazing glazes and worked out several kinks in my firing process. My work has developed in the direction I want it to now that I have this excellent vocabulary of glazes to work with..... If you raku glaze you'll want this book.
Raku Secrets.......2007-03-08
If you are looking for a practical guide that clearly explains the Raku process then this is the book to read. The contents are well organized, cleanly presented, and highly informative. I am so glad that I bought this book!
Product Description
Do you love Raku? Do you mix your own glazes or have you ever wanted to? Then this book is for you! Inside you will find: More than 360 Raku Glaze Recipes, Glaze Mixing Tutorial, Glaze Firing Overview, Chemical Substitutions, Colorant Effects Overview, and a Glaze Testing Form Template. This collection contains hundreds of copper matte, crackle, luster and exotic glazes to mix and try.
Customer Reviews:
Ruku Glazes.......2007-06-07
This book contains more recipes than you could ever use. Great selection of glazes and love the book
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Ceramica Raku, una Tecnica, una Pasion
Alejandra Jones , and
Ana Maria Divito
Manufacturer: Lumiere
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Binding: Paperback
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ASIN: 9509603694 |
Book Description
This book is the latest in the Ceramics Monthly Handbook series. It contains all the best materials on raku published from 1974 to the present. Along with feature articles on techniques and artist profiles, you'll find a comprehensive selection of suggestions from readers along with thoroughly researched answers to readers' questions concerning all aspects of the raku process. The book includes techniques by accomplished raku artists, glaze recipe, and many photos of finished work.
Book Description
There is a marrying of ideas, process, and action in Raku that creates some of the most exciting forms of contemporary clay art. Raku: Investigations into Fire is a comprehensive study of this popular ceramic process. Its history is traced from its earliest beginnings in Japanese ritual to current preoccupations dealing with the relationship of clay, artist, and fire. The history of Raku provides a framework for understanding the most recent developments in materials and technology, while an analysis of design illuminates the ways in which new ideas are developed. There is also an extensive examination of the methods of generating the rich and seductive surfaces, as well as the most recent innovations in technology and process-all beautifully illustrated with 200 fine color photographs. This is an ideal book for both the beginner and the experienced practitioner.
Customer Reviews:
A "Must have" book.......2000-05-10
This book is well written by someone who obviously know their subject well. Easy to read and well illustrated. The book takes the reader on a journey from the beginng of the Raku process in Japan right through to the modern adaptions of the western world. The many examples shown are by some well known and some not so well known exponents of this exciting method of firing ceramics. The author gives recipes and showns some results of different ways of reduction.
The fantastic colour photographs alone are worth the price of the book. I would recommend this to every teacher of ceramics and a must have for every student.
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- The Allen Sisters: Pictoral Photographers 1885-1920
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The Allen Sisters: Pictorial Photographers 1885-1920
Suzanne L. Flynt , and
Naomi Rosenblum
Manufacturer: Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Assoc.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Library Binding
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ASIN: 1882374045 |
Book Description
The remarkable Allen sisters of Deerfield, Massachusetts, Frances (1854-1941) and Mary (1859-1941), overcame challenges presented by their progressive deafness, gender and rural isolation to earn international recognition as two of the foremost American women photographers. Working within the Deerfield Arts and Crafts Movement, the Allen sisters created exquisite photographs for turn-of-the-century exhibitions and publications. Their compelling, idealized photographs of country scenes, romanticized figure and child studies, and exquisite landscapes of New England, Great Britain, and California, have now been painstakingly catalogued and celebrated in this book.
The Allen Sisters, based largely on new or long-unseen material, is meticulously researched and well-written. Suzanne Flynt's illustrated biography is followed by 100 tritone plates and 40 duotone images.
Customer Reviews:
inspirational.......2002-09-06
Finally, an introduction to these two Deerfield MA sisters who turned to photography as a trade when deafness interfered with teaching careers. At a time when women weren't commonly professional photographers, they were able to successfully support themselves with commercial sales of pictures which were sensitive and artistic at the same time as marketable. Flynt gives us a detailed biography, many illustrations, and a hundred full-page plates of their beautiful photographs. The foreword is rich in detail about other women photographers of the time. This book is informative specifically about two women succeeding in their career, but also about the development of photography as an art form, the idealization of rural life culturally, and the political nuances of feminism at that point in time. Readers will be happy to have made acquaintance with the Allen sisters and savored their bucolic, charming, and tranquil pictures of life, specifically of children and their simple pleasures. Flynt has done an admirable job presenting the hard work of the Allens that resulted in such delicate images.
The Allen Sisters: Pictoral Photographers 1885-1920.......2002-07-05
Rare is it that any photographic book captures the imagination as does this book. The Allen sisters tale of woe school teachers gone deaf to becoming world renowned photographers from the Arts & Crafts movement is quite the metamorphises. Long and short of it this book is a testament to the strength of character of these women as they overcome lives chalanges to embrace their fullest potential in an era when women couldn't even vote. Kudos Ms. Flynt for collecting the best collection of Allen sisters photographs I've ever seen and writing, with annotation such a fine piece of literature. Ms. Rosenblum's introduction as in all her world class work set the plate for one of the finest Photographic books to be published in years.
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Mighty Armies: Sorcerers Legion
M. Sprange
Manufacturer: Mongoose Publishing
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Binding: Game
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ASIN: 190485446X |
Book Description
Mighty Armies is a complete miniatures wargame in a box. Using intricately detailed 15mm metal figures, Mighty Armies is an easy-to-learn wargame that can be completed in as little as 30 minutes. Easily expandable through booster packs and the hit Signs & Portents magazine, Mighty Armies promises an infinite amount of fun in a tiny box. Each box contains a complete army, rulebook, dice, measuring aid and individual army statistics. This box contains a complete Sorcerers Legion, ready to be summoned to any battle to fight for their merciless master.
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- Site Design and Construction Detailing, 3rd Edition
- Spa: The Sensuous Experience
- Spanning Washington: Historic Highway Bridges Of The Evergreen State
- Tadao Ando at Naoshima: Art, Architecture, Nature
- The Arts & Crafts Cabin
- The Biogeochemistry of the Amazon Basin
- The Buildings of Main Street: A Guide to American Commercial Architecture, Updated Edition (American Association for State and Local History Book Series)
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