500 Raku

Title: 500 Raku

         

Subtitle: Bold Explorations of a Dynamic Ceramics Technique

Author/s: Ray Hemachandra and Jim Romberg

                                        

RRP: $29.99

ISBN: 9781600592942

 Format: Paperback, 420 pages

Dimensions: 20.3cm x 20.3cm

Publisher: Lark Books

Aust. Release Date: April 2011

Raku is an ancient ceramics technique enjoying a modern-day renaissance. This groundbreaking new entry in the highly successful 500 series demonstrates the vitality and invention of today's raku ceramics. Objects including cups, plates, bowls, vases and statuary contribute to this international gallery of work juried by Jim Romberg, one of the leading practitioners and teachers of raku in the world.

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ISBN: 9781600595752
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