{"product_id":"raku-a-practical-approach-2nd-edition","title":"Raku: A Practical Approach, 2nd Edition","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.\nAuthor 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.\n- Complete instructions for successful raku pottery\n- Expanded color photo section\n- Dozens of clay body and glaze recipes plus recommendations for commercial products\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0873419111\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.0873419111.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Branfman, Steven\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43534139981885,"sku":"BVV.0873419111.G","price":13.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/0873419111-0.jpg?v=1788211134","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/raku-a-practical-approach-2nd-edition","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}