The Potter's Dictionary of Materials and Techniques provides a comprehensive guide to the tools, materials and techniques of ceramic art. Structured in an accessible A-Z format, and packed with full-colour illustrations and sound, practical explanations, this reference work is widely known as 'the potter's bible'.

The 6th edition of this classic text has been thoroughly updated, with new entries on topics ranging from aerogel to smoke crackle, and from teabowls to 3D printing, as well as many revised and updated entries. The Dictionary also includes useful technical and resource information. For the first time, the book is presented in full colour, with images showing ceramics material, processes and products.

A must-have resource for every potter's studio, workshop or bookshelf, The Potter's Dictionary is the essential companion for anyone working in clay.

Frank and Janet Hamer have been making, teaching and writing about ceramics for over 60 years. Their joint knowledge, experience and energy are evident in all areas of their work and ceramics practice. They have jointly authored books and articles, shared studios and fired kilns, four of which they designed and built together.

They have taught hundreds of students and helped to found a pottery society that is now 50 years old. They have produced and sold thousands of pots and ceramic sculptures. Janet sadly died in 2014, and Frank has completed work on the new edition of The Potter's Dictionary.