{"product_id":"ceramics-a-green-approach-9781789941944","title":"Ceramics: A Green Approach","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom extracting clay to exporting your work, this is a practical guide to producing unique ceramic pieces with minimal environmental impact.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBeing a green potter is not an easy feat. Historically, a lot more attention is given to the finished pieces coming out of the kiln rather than to the damages made throughout the designing and making processes. However, as we progress into the twenty first century, and our awareness of our impact on the environment increases, caring for our planet in the studio has never been more important. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn this book, Kevin Millward explores how potters and ceramicists can be more responsible in sourcing and using the planet's finite resources. With tips for the whole making process such as firing, choosing fuels, extracting clays and raw materials, reclaiming water and glazes, disposing of ceramic materials, packing and shipping, this is a comprehensive guide to producing extraordinary pieces. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBy accepting and embracing a green approach in ceramic processes, we are setting out an example for future generations and paving the way for a more creative and respectful industry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eKevin Millward \u003c\/b\u003eis an internationally renowned ceramicist who has been potting for over 40 years and has trained potters from all over the world. He has worked at studios such as Cooper's Pottery, the Gladstone Pottery Museum and alongside David Leach. He taught ceramics at Bucks New University and the University of Westminster and has more recently been series consultant to Channel 4's \u003ci\u003eThe Great Pottery Throw Down\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Herbert Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51572285636882,"sku":"9781789941944","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_f3f17af3-df4f-49e6-9076-b180b111757f.jpg?v=1755858811","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/ceramics-a-green-approach-9781789941944","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}