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# Science for Potters

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Review: Linda Bloomfield is very well-known not only as a potter ... - Linda Bloomfield is very well-known not only as a potter but for her expertise when it comes to glazes. With a background as a scientist, it’s little wonder that her latest book Science for Potters is so well-written and informative. With clear explanations of the geology and composition of the raw materials, and the chemistry involved when they are combined and fired, you’ll expand your understanding of what is actually happening, and why. In turn, this will help you be creative when formulating your own glazes. This is probably not a book for complete beginners, but if you’ve started to experiment with glazing, and want a deeper understanding of the reactions and interactions of the various materials, and the effects that heat has on them, then this is an invaluable reference source. However, if you aren’t a whizz at chemistry, and feel intimidated by formulae and maths, don’t worry. This book has recipes that you can follow without having to understand the ‘why’. Once you’ve started out with the basic recipes, by referring to the information in the book you’ll be able to see how to tweak them to get other effects, as you gain confidence and, of course, test, test, test!
Review: Perfect for a deeper understanding of glazes - This is an excellent book. I have spent countless hours looking for a deeper understanding of why glaze materials do what they do, and to try and understand why my pottery goes right and wrong with differing amounts of success. This is the book I have been looking for. I’d say I have a reasonable understanding of chemistry and didn’t feel over my head with the science behind this book, but if you are at all put off by the title- “science for potters” then don’t be! The science here, although in-depth, is not overwhelming and really helps to give a better understanding of what is happeneing inside your kiln. If you want to better understand your pottery, and the changes that take place whilst creating it, you should buy this book. It’s great.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | 280,681 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 167 in Pottery & Ceramic Crafts |
| Customer reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (95) |
| Dimensions  | 17.78 x 1.27 x 24.77 cm |
| ISBN-10  | 1574983849 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1574983845 |
| Item weight  | 472 g |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 148 pages |
| Publication date  | 26 Sept. 2017 |
| Publisher  | Amer Ceramic Society |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Linda Bloomfield is very well-known not only as a potter ...
*by R***G on 27 April 2018*

Linda Bloomfield is very well-known not only as a potter but for her expertise when it comes to glazes. With a background as a scientist, it’s little wonder that her latest book Science for Potters is so well-written and informative. With clear explanations of the geology and composition of the raw materials, and the chemistry involved when they are combined and fired, you’ll expand your understanding of what is actually happening, and why. In turn, this will help you be creative when formulating your own glazes. This is probably not a book for complete beginners, but if you’ve started to experiment with glazing, and want a deeper understanding of the reactions and interactions of the various materials, and the effects that heat has on them, then this is an invaluable reference source. However, if you aren’t a whizz at chemistry, and feel intimidated by formulae and maths, don’t worry. This book has recipes that you can follow without having to understand the ‘why’. Once you’ve started out with the basic recipes, by referring to the information in the book you’ll be able to see how to tweak them to get other effects, as you gain confidence and, of course, test, test, test!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect for a deeper understanding of glazes
*by A***S on 7 January 2019*

This is an excellent book. I have spent countless hours looking for a deeper understanding of why glaze materials do what they do, and to try and understand why my pottery goes right and wrong with differing amounts of success. This is the book I have been looking for. I’d say I have a reasonable understanding of chemistry and didn’t feel over my head with the science behind this book, but if you are at all put off by the title- “science for potters” then don’t be! The science here, although in-depth, is not overwhelming and really helps to give a better understanding of what is happeneing inside your kiln. If you want to better understand your pottery, and the changes that take place whilst creating it, you should buy this book. It’s great.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good. Not too complicated.
*by G***G on 5 August 2020*

I am interested in knowing the science of glazes. I am wadeing slowly through. It is quite intense trying to absorb the information. There are good diagrams. I haven't finished it yet because I don't have a lot of time. So far I am interested still.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Science for Potters
- The Complete Guide to Mid-Range Glazes: Glazing and Firing at Cones 4-7
- The Handbook of Glaze Recipes

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