Sources of Creativity: The Worship of Kiln Gods: From the Temples of China to the Studios of Western Potters Published by Outskirts Press
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However, while the core myth of a martyred potter of Far Eastern decent is a shared common tale between American and Chinese ceramists, the making of votive-like raw clay figures and objects to set on the roofs of kilns as offerings to the “kiln gods” is a ritual that she believes may have been introduced by a highly regarded Western art educator.Contact information: kilnlore@aol.com The Worship of the Kiln Gods is available on-line in paperback through Amazon and Barnes and Noble and at www.outskirtspress.com/bookstore for a maximum trade discount in quantities of ten or more.- 515, Parker, Colorado 80134 http://outskirtspress.com 1-888-OP-BOOKS Bradford, PA, August 12, 2012 --( PR.com )-- Author, performance artist and ceramist Dr. Martie Geiger-Ho announced today the release of The Worship of Kiln Gods: From the Temples of China to the Studios of Western Potters, published by Outskirts Press.However, while the core myth of a martyred potter of Far Eastern decent is a shared common tale between American and Chinese ceramists, the making of votive-like raw clay figures and objects to set on the roofs of kilns as offerings to the “kiln gods” is a ritual that she believes may have been introduced by a highly regarded Western art educator.She and her husband travel the US, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia and China, among other places, to conduct research, attend conferences and exhibit their artwork.For more information or to contact the author, visit www.outskirtspress.com/kilngods.Outskirts Press offers high-quality, full-service self-publishing and book marketing services for writers and professionals who are seeking a cost-effective, fast, and flexible way to publish and distribute their books worldwide while retaining 100% of their rights, 100% of their profits, and 100% of the creative control.