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Making Marks Series
Ceramic Surface Decoration
with Robin
Hopper
A six
program series dedicated to the decoration and enrichment of
ceramic surfaces. The series progresses through decoration
techniques for soft and leather-hard clays, to brush-work and glazing
methods for bisque ware, and finally to the effects of various firing
methods. A multitude of creative ideas are presented including working
processes, tools, close-ups of surface details, and many examples
of finished pieces.
The series includes the following six programs:
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"As an encyclopedia of options available to potters, Making Marks is
unparalleled. There are enough creative ideas here to fire a potter's kiln
for decades."
(Video Librarian)
"[These videos] rank among the best in the recent flurry of videos which
introduce the viewer to the basic techniques of potting. They are detailed,
comprehensive, intelligent, high-quality productions."
(Richard Aerni,
Studio Potter Network)
"Robin Hopper explores the decoration and enrichment of ceramic surfaces
in this excellent and stimulating series........This series is comprehensive,
thorough , and sure to inspire students with its numerous inventive and
creative ideas."
(Arts & Activities)
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Introduction and Surface Removal Processes
(29 minutes)
Surface
removal techniques include decoration by cutting, slashing, carving, scratching,
and faceting. Work with fluting, sgraffito, filigree, surface expansion,
washed wax and expanded spring wire is also demonstrated.
This program is included in the Making Marks
Series.
"A well organized and skillful
exposition . . . . Excellent stuff, but by far the best aspect of the series
is the breadth of [Hopper's] appreciation . . . . He succeeds in opening
our doors of perception so that we become aware of the infinite variety
of clay." (Ceramic Review UK)
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Marks of Addition and Impression
(29 minutes)
Techniques are
presented for adding to the surface by using burlap and slip, paper and
slip, sprig molds, and modeling techniques. Marking surfaces by using found
objects, rolled rope, paddles, stamps, lino cuts and sticks is also shown.
This program is included in the Making Marks Series.
"Extremely detailed . . .would make an important contribution to all
but children's collections." (Video Rating Guide for Libraries)
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Liquid and Colored Clays
(29 minutes)
A variety of decoration
techniques with liquid clays are presented. Drawing, combing, marbling,
dotting, feathering, and mocha diffusions with slips are all shown, as are
the Japanese techniques of. mishima, hakeme, and onda. Laminated clays of
different colors are used to demonstrate neriage block-making, faceting,
fluting and thrown effects.
This program is part of the Making Marks Series.
"This video is well produced, with professional lighting, close-ups,
and dissolves used to good effect. Hopper supplies much useful and valuable
advice." (Video Rating Guide for Libraries)
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Pigments and Resists
(29 minutes)
Effects of different
brushes and underglaze pencils and pastels are shown, along with techniques
for decoration with ceramic water colors, banding, and sponge stamps. Majolica,
wax, and paper resists also are featured.
This program is included in the Making Marks Series.
"Will be enjoyed by crafts people of every level."
(Booklist)
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Glazes and Glazing
(29 minutes)
Effects of different
surfaces and firing temperatures, crystalline glazes, and various aspects
of glaze development are presented and finished pieces are used to document
various effects. Glaze mixing and application techniques such as dipping,
brushing, spraying, trailing, pouring, applying dry materials and stamping
are demonstrated. The uses of intaglio and multiple glazes are also included.
This program is included in the Making Marks Series.
"Production values are very
good. Lighting, camera angles, music, and narration all combine for a pleasant
and informative experience." (Video Rating Guide for Libraries)
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Firing and Post-Firing Effects
(29 minutes)
Various firing
possibilities are demonstrated beginning with a primitive pit kiln and raku
firing, oxidation firing in an electric kiln, and reduction firing using
a gas kiln. Many different pieces illustrating the effects of these different
firing processes are shown. Salt and soda and wood firing also are discussed
using finished pieces. Techniques for working with saggers, reduced and
resonate lusters are included.
This program is included in the Making Marks Series.
"This video would be very useful in the
classroom and the studio and is sure to stimulate interest in the
processes shown." (Video
Rating Guide for Libraries)
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