Coiling is one of the most versatile ceramic techniques. The plasticity of clay invites potters to roll it between their hands to produce a coil, which can be joined together to form the wall of a hollow vessel. Pots of enormous size and amazing variety are made using this method. Sculptural pieces can also be made using coils, creating forms that range from human and animal to very abstract shapes.<BR>In this book, Michael Hardy explores the use of this technique, from its history to its materials and methods. He examines coiled forms originating from all over the world to show how potters and sculptors have developed this technique in a wide range of forms for the contemporary world. Written for both amateur and expert potter, Coiling offers both practical instruction and creative inspiration for employing coils in ceramic work.