Author: Heikki Seppä
Publisher: Kent State University Press
ISBN: 9780873382120
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 174
Book Description
"A master artist and teacher of metalwork presents a bold new approach to creative expression in metal. Believing that the time has come for the artist to free himself from the functional forms that have dominated the metalsmith's craft -- the cup, the box, the pitcher, etc. -- Heikki Seppä urges the craftsman to create in terms of pure form, and in this book he shows him how...The book is profusely illustrated throughout with the author's own sketches of the ideas and techniques discussed. It will be of significant value to the accomplished craftsman as well as to teachers and advanced students of this exciting and growing art form." --P. [4] of cover.
Form Emphasis for Metalsmiths
Author: Heikki Seppä
Publisher: Kent State University Press
ISBN: 9780873382120
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 174
Book Description
"A master artist and teacher of metalwork presents a bold new approach to creative expression in metal. Believing that the time has come for the artist to free himself from the functional forms that have dominated the metalsmith's craft -- the cup, the box, the pitcher, etc. -- Heikki Seppä urges the craftsman to create in terms of pure form, and in this book he shows him how...The book is profusely illustrated throughout with the author's own sketches of the ideas and techniques discussed. It will be of significant value to the accomplished craftsman as well as to teachers and advanced students of this exciting and growing art form." --P. [4] of cover.
Publisher: Kent State University Press
ISBN: 9780873382120
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 174
Book Description
"A master artist and teacher of metalwork presents a bold new approach to creative expression in metal. Believing that the time has come for the artist to free himself from the functional forms that have dominated the metalsmith's craft -- the cup, the box, the pitcher, etc. -- Heikki Seppä urges the craftsman to create in terms of pure form, and in this book he shows him how...The book is profusely illustrated throughout with the author's own sketches of the ideas and techniques discussed. It will be of significant value to the accomplished craftsman as well as to teachers and advanced students of this exciting and growing art form." --P. [4] of cover.
Creative Metal Forming
Author: Betty Helen Longhi
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781630850074
Category : Metal-work
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
Two accomplished metalsmiths, both with extensive teaching careers, have joined forces to provide a comprehensive survey of the ways to form sheet metal. The 256-page text covers a huge swath, from a basic dapped disk through synclasting, anticlasting and spiculums to a raised vessel. Along the way, special attention is given to anticlastic forming and the vocabulary first introduced by their mentor, Heikki Seppä. Creative Metal Forming includes 35 detailed exercises to explain the basics and as well as advanced nuances of each category. Metalsmiths Michael Good and Nancy Linkin have each contributed demonstrations of their forming techniques.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781630850074
Category : Metal-work
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
Two accomplished metalsmiths, both with extensive teaching careers, have joined forces to provide a comprehensive survey of the ways to form sheet metal. The 256-page text covers a huge swath, from a basic dapped disk through synclasting, anticlasting and spiculums to a raised vessel. Along the way, special attention is given to anticlastic forming and the vocabulary first introduced by their mentor, Heikki Seppä. Creative Metal Forming includes 35 detailed exercises to explain the basics and as well as advanced nuances of each category. Metalsmiths Michael Good and Nancy Linkin have each contributed demonstrations of their forming techniques.
Holloware Techniques
Author: Douglas Steakley
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
Metal Plating and Patination
Author: Susan La-Niece
Publisher: Elsevier
ISBN: 1483292061
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
Surface finishing is a major subject in the field of metals. The artistic and technical development of decorative or protective finishes has produced some distinctive classes of metalwork in different parts of the world. Metal Plating and Patination is the most important reference work to be published surveying the surface treatments used from the inception of metallurgy to the present day.
Publisher: Elsevier
ISBN: 1483292061
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 328
Book Description
Surface finishing is a major subject in the field of metals. The artistic and technical development of decorative or protective finishes has produced some distinctive classes of metalwork in different parts of the world. Metal Plating and Patination is the most important reference work to be published surveying the surface treatments used from the inception of metallurgy to the present day.
Foldforming
Author: Charles Lewton-Brain
Publisher: Ohio University Center for International Studies
ISBN: 9781929565269
Category : Art metal-work
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Describes a physical approach to metalsmithing that is informed by the natural characteristics of metal, with practical techniques and over 450 photographs.
Publisher: Ohio University Center for International Studies
ISBN: 9781929565269
Category : Art metal-work
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Describes a physical approach to metalsmithing that is informed by the natural characteristics of metal, with practical techniques and over 450 photographs.
Craft in America
Author: Jo Lauria
Publisher: Potter Style
ISBN: 0307346471
Category : Decorative arts
Languages : en
Pages : 323
Book Description
Illustrated with 200 stunning photographs and encompassing objects from furniture and ceramics to jewelry and metal, this definitive work from Jo Lauria and Steve Fenton showcases some of the greatest pieces of American crafts of the last two centuries. Potter Craft
Publisher: Potter Style
ISBN: 0307346471
Category : Decorative arts
Languages : en
Pages : 323
Book Description
Illustrated with 200 stunning photographs and encompassing objects from furniture and ceramics to jewelry and metal, this definitive work from Jo Lauria and Steve Fenton showcases some of the greatest pieces of American crafts of the last two centuries. Potter Craft
The Complete Photo Guide to Making Metal Jewelry
Author: John Sartin
Publisher: Creative Publishing international
ISBN: 1610587308
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
With beautiful illustrations and step-by-step instructions, this how-to book includes all the techniques involved in crafting metal jewelry, including: —Cutting and filing —Cold connections —Soldering —Texturing —Forging and forming —Setting stones —Applying specialty finishes The book’s clear organization provides easy access to information with straightforward directions and hundreds of full-color photos. You’ll also find easy projects for trying the techniques, as well as a stunning gallery of metal jewelry pieces by experienced designers. Find beautiful jewelry examples and gain skills and inspiration with The Complete Photo Guide to Making Metal Jewelry!
Publisher: Creative Publishing international
ISBN: 1610587308
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
With beautiful illustrations and step-by-step instructions, this how-to book includes all the techniques involved in crafting metal jewelry, including: —Cutting and filing —Cold connections —Soldering —Texturing —Forging and forming —Setting stones —Applying specialty finishes The book’s clear organization provides easy access to information with straightforward directions and hundreds of full-color photos. You’ll also find easy projects for trying the techniques, as well as a stunning gallery of metal jewelry pieces by experienced designers. Find beautiful jewelry examples and gain skills and inspiration with The Complete Photo Guide to Making Metal Jewelry!
Catalog of Copyright Entries. Third Series
Author: Library of Congress. Copyright Office
Publisher: Copyright Office, Library of Congress
ISBN:
Category : Copyright
Languages : en
Pages : 1686
Book Description
Publisher: Copyright Office, Library of Congress
ISBN:
Category : Copyright
Languages : en
Pages : 1686
Book Description
Jewelry Concepts & Technology
Author: Oppi Untracht
Publisher: Doubleday
ISBN: 0307784118
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 2225
Book Description
The definitive reference for jewelry makers of all levels of ability--a complete, profusely illustrated guide to design, materials, and techniques, as well as a fascinating exploration of jewelry-making throughout history.
Publisher: Doubleday
ISBN: 0307784118
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 2225
Book Description
The definitive reference for jewelry makers of all levels of ability--a complete, profusely illustrated guide to design, materials, and techniques, as well as a fascinating exploration of jewelry-making throughout history.
The Popol Vuh
Author: Lewis Spence
Publisher: New York : AMS Press
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
Publisher: New York : AMS Press
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description