Enamelling (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781912217458)

Enamelling - the fusion of glass on metal - provides opportunities for amazing effects, colours and styles of jewellery. In this book, Ruth Ball outlines each of the main enamel techniques in step-by-step detail and gives an insight into the variety of modern methods available for exploration. Contents include: the fundamental preparations, enamel characteristics and types; designing, constructing, firing and finishing enamel; cloisson ; engraving and etching; painted enamel; and various additional techniques, methods and effects. The gallery showcases work from over 30 international contemporary enamellists, and there is also a 'troubleshooting' section to help readers identify, remedy and repair any problems they may encounter along the way. This is an extremely practical, accessible and user-friendly handbook, packed with useful information, advice and clearly illustrated, easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions.

Author: Ruth Ball
ISBN-10: 1912217457
ISBN-13: 9781912217458
Publisher: Herbert Press
Language: English
Published: 09/18/2018
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 9.20h x 6.10w x 0.30d