This title offers a close-up look at the creative processes of eleven acclaimed polymer clay artists. It features 5 lessons with 16 guided projects so readers will gain an understanding of key polymer clay skills. It presents a front-row seat to the world of polymer clay art that challenges assumptions about methods, style & collaboration. "Polymer Clay Master Class" offers you a close-up look at the creative processes of eleven acclaimed polymer clay artists as they share their expertise with one another and you. Judy Belcher and Tamara Honaman bring together these talented artists for the first time, offering their individual techniques and then documenting how they inspire and challenge one another in the creation of collaborative pieces. In five lessons with sixteen guided projects, you will gain an understanding of the polymer clay skills you've always wanted to master, such as creating with sculpture, canework and imitative techniques, altering the surface with carving, transfers, imprint and silk screening and incorporating mixed media. With contributors including Leslie Blackford, Cynthia Tinapple, Lindly Haunani and Sarah Shriver, you have a front-row seat to the world of innovative polymer clay art. You can challenge your assumptions about methods, style and collaboration and get ready to start on your own creative journey.

About the Author
Judy Belcher has been creating jewellery for more than a decade. She has served as the president of the International Polymer Clay Association and teaches polymer clay workshops internationally. Tamara Honaman is the Media Content Manager for Fire Mountain Gems & Beads. She has also worked as the segment producer for the US television programme Beads, Baubles & Jewels.

Reviews
"Judy Belcher and Tamara Honaman's new book, Polymer Clay Master Class: Exploring Process, Technique, and Collaboration with 11 Master Artists can be used as a 'how-to' book, however that is not its main attribute. Lots of publications tell you how to make something through carefully written text steps and accompanying photos, but Polymer Clay Master Class goes beyond that and examines the creative process itself. Unlike the others, this volume offers an opportunity to read 'between the lines' along the path of creating." --Polymer Art Archive



Book Information
ISBN 9780823026678
Author J Belcher
Format Paperback
Page Count 160
Imprint Potter Craft
Publisher Random House USA Inc
Weight(grams) 660g
Dimensions(mm) 272mm * 213mm * 12mm