| Jeri Warhaftig,is a respected and experienced teacher,and offers intermediates her time-tested, workshop-based approach to expanding ones repertoire of beadmaking skills.The table of contents is systematically organised and include the following: Welcome to my studio; The Basics; Session one - Falling Leaves Bead; Session two - Beach Bead; Session Three - Geode Bead; Session Four - Off Mandrel Galaxy Pendant; Session Five - Blown Hollow Bead; Session Six - Twistie Pendant; Session Seven - Hollow Vessel Bead; Session Eight - Wreath Bead; Session Nine - Rune Bead; Session Ten -Scuptural Rose Bead; Appendix A - Sandblasting; Appendix B - Grinding and Polishing; Appendix C - Near Misses.
Jeri explains all of the 'basics' such as studio set up, torches, safety, ventilation, etc. She focuses on using current tools,new materials,and innovative methodology to produce a singular bead,with several variations of every bead taught. With all this this information it is also very useful for the beginner beadmaker. Helpful tips are sprinkled throughout the book.
At the beginning of each project there is a question posed: What Will This Session Teach?" and this gives you quick overview of the bead you'll be making. The heading is followed by a section listing tools, materials. Included are photos of the tools, materials and the finished bead.
The section on making the bead is followed by 'Further Explorations', where variations on the technique is described with a photo or two. Each session ends with a Gallery comprised of various glass art beads made with the same technique. For the experienced beadmaker, it allows you to skim and look for particular techniques. This book has superbly illustrated photographs throughout.There are also good, clear, close up photos of all the techniques and steps.Artists whose beads are included in this book are, Barbera Becker Simon, Holly Cooper, Rocio Bearer, Lauri Copeland, Bronwen Heilman, Brad Pearson,and Leah Fairbanks are just a few.
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