The Beginner's Guide to Hand Building: Functional and Sculptural Projects for the Home Potter (2) (Essential Ceramics Skills)

A useful book for basic projects. Helpful step by step guides.

I bought two books by this author and both arrived this evening. One a hardback and the other, this one that was advertised as such, is not and came with the back cover rolled and creased. It looks good content wise but I would not have paid as much for a paperback. Both were similar money.

Content looks great but was expecting a hardcover.

This looks good with lovely clear pictures and lists of kit suitable for a beginner but just want to point out it's a paperback not a hardcover like it says.

Excellent reference book for beginner potters. Well explained, nicely illustrated, easy to comprehend

Great book! 👍

great book.

As usual Sunshine Cobb does not disappoint. I am grateful for any resources and information she is willing to share. Her information is an everyday resource and easily understood. I like that she does not waste tedious time and space explaining in detail all she knows about chemistry, all her knowledge in years of study and practice. Of course, we all know and recognize her level of education and experience. This cannot be written into a book. I value the fact that she does not try. Instead, she gives us concise and practical applications anyone might find valuable. Her patterns are skillfully shared. I really admire her lack of ego and humble nature. Thanks for being you Sunshhine.

Sunshine’s style is truly delightful. Her ceramic wares are aesthetically pleasing and the way she explains her processes through writing is both warm and inviting. With step-by-step instructions for projects, bright, clear, and vivid images, templates, examples from various other artists, and more, this book has instantly become a welcome part of my ceramic arts library! It arrived just this morning and I’ve already read it from cover to cover; I know that I’ll certainly be referring back to this chestnut for years to come! Recommended reading for everyone who works/plays in clay.