Tree-ear hasn't got many prospects, but he is fascinated by master potter, Min. He persuades Min to let him do little jobs, until one day he has the chance to provide a service for him - one that could bring glory to Min and the village and fulfil his own dreams. But there are others seeking glory and many obstacles for a young boy to overcome.

This practical directory details a comprehensive range of decoration techniques, from processes at the raw clay stage, including moulds, textures and painting, to underglaze decoration, special glazes and alternative firing techniques.

This text introduces students to the fundamentals of the ceramic arts, beginning with a history of ceramic materials and techniques up to the present day and then moving on to a detailed presentation of basic and complex ceramic techniques. Techniques and results are illustrated with b&w and color

Experience: Funclay; Bead Clay; Breadcraft; Tissue Mache; Carving Paste; Doggie Biscuits; Pate Brisee; Clay Modelling; Toothpaste Putty; Crepe Paper Jewellery; Strip Papier-Mache; Gingerbread Architecture and 110 more art experiences. Discover chapters on...Playdough; Bread Dough; Plaster of Paris; Papier-Mache; Edible Art Dough; Modelling Mixtures and more.