China Paint

[Nijel]

Hi, I am new to this forum. I saw an email for a book and DVD by Paul Lewing titled "China Paint and Overglaze" and the presentation sounded interesting. I wondered if anyone here has had experience with this technique, or can point to some examples, and then where such paints may be purchased. I'll probably get the book because as a beginner, I like the idea of knowing what colors you get before a piece is fired.

[Venicemud]

Hi, I am new to this forum. I saw an email for a book and DVD by Paul Lewing titled "China Paint and Overglaze" and the presentation sounded interesting. I wondered if anyone here has had experience with this technique, or can point to some examples, and then where such paints may be purchased. I'll probably get the book because as a beginner, I like the idea of knowing what colors you get before a piece is fired.

 

 

 

Hi Nijel,

 

I think Paul Lewings book would be a great place to start, he's a very nice guy as well as talented and would probably be glad to offer more help if contacted. I have started to china paint fairly recently and while there are many reliable suppliers I find Kathy Peterson at www.thegoodstuff.com offers very reliable products. I am not primarily a china painter but do a lot of surface decoration. China painting is just another tool that I value while others such as Paul and Kurt Weiser use it as their primary approach. Both are very talented artists whose work leaves me feeling bashful. Good luck, Venicemud.

[Guest JBaymore]

I use overglaze enamels (china paints) on my work. I don't however "china paint"in the traditional sense of the word.

 

Paul's book is the bible on this at the moment for potters. Get it... you can't miss.

 

I have the "distinction" of Paul telling me that I have the only "little borwn pot" included in his book; overglaze enamels on a wood fired shino.

 

best,

 

......................john