Large Scale Ceramics:

Large Scale Ceramics demand a number of considerations that don't necessarily concern most ceramicists. Questions about the size of kiln needed, construction over an extended period of time, designing for a specific site, assembling, weatherproofing and installation are all things that must be thought about. In this book, Jim Robison discusses all of these points as well as giving pointers as to getting and handling commissions.

The Ceramics Handbook series was conceived as an introduction to various techniques relating to the use of clay. The books are aimed at the student or the practised potter who is experimenting in a new area.

This book is full of photographs depicting large scale works from many parts of the world and the processes of their construction. It is written in a lively and entertaining style suitable for anyone with an interest in ceramics and includes examples of Jim's work too - over a 20 year period.

Published in 1997 by G & B Arts International Ltd.
by agreement with A & C Black (Publishers), London
Distributed in Australia and New Zealand by Craftsman House.
ISBN 90-5703-55-10 (Hardback)
ISBN 0-7136-4168-1 (Paperback)

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Starting Out: Article published in the CPA Newsletter.

Ash Glazes: Book by Phil Rogers (A&C Black, Pub.) This book contains a chapter on Jim's individual works and biographical information.

Extruded Ceramics: Book by Diana Pancioli (A&C Black, Pub. March 2000) This book contains photos of relief sculptures which make extensive use of extruded components.

The Art of Handbuilt Ceramics: Book by Sue Bruce (Crowood Press, Pub. October 2000) This book contains photos and details of both large and smaller works created by a variety of handbuilt methods.

Ceramics, Art and Perception: Issue No. 18. Article by Mary Sara about one of my larger public commissions in Wakefield. This is a relief sculpture for the Yorkshire Purchasing Organisation.

Ceramics Technical: (Sister Publication to magazine above). Issue No. 6, 1998. Technical Details about the making of the above relief sculpture and similar works for the Holmfirth Civic Centre plus details about the comissioning process.

Ceramics and Print: Book by Paul Scott (A&C Black). Examples of work and printing techniques to create surface qualities and images.

Ceramic Sculpture: Book by Ian Gregory (A&C Black). Photographs and details of sculptural works.

Artists Newsletter: January 1997. Feature article, ceramic special section called "Scaled Up", ambitious ceramic projects by several artists. Includes Jim's own views on the subject of larger works.

Impressed and Incised Ceramics: Book by Col Minogue (A&C Black). Contains photographic examples of work.

Ceramic Review: No. 122 (March/April 1990). Photographic sequence of slab making process.

Ceramics Monthly: October 1999. Feature about the International Ceramics Festivals held at Aberystwyth, Wales, UK in 1999. This event involves Jim Robison as Master of Ceremonies.