Decorating the surface of pottery is arguably just as enjoyable as creating the form and there are endless variations on how to approach ceramic surface decoration. That is one of the most exciting things about this art form.
Today, the late Robin Hopper, draws from his many years of experience to present a handful of pottery decorating techniques. in today's video clip, which is excerpted from his two-disc DVD collection Making Marks (a video adaptation of his popular book), Robin demonstrates some great fluting, sgraffito and wax resist painting techniques. Have a look! - Jennifer Poellot Harnetty, editor
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Published Jun 26, 2009
Decorating the surface of pottery is arguably just as enjoyable as creating the form and there are endless variations on how to approach ceramic surface decoration. That is one of the most exciting things about this art form.
Today, the late Robin Hopper, draws from his many years of experience to present a handful of pottery decorating techniques. in today's video clip, which is excerpted from his two-disc DVD collection Making Marks (a video adaptation of his popular book), Robin demonstrates some great fluting, sgraffito and wax resist painting techniques. Have a look! - Jennifer Poellot Harnetty, editor
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