CERAMICS

Ceramics (Grades 10-12) Semester Course

In this course, you will explore clay through a series of projects designed to increase your hand-building and surface design skills. You will experiment with slab building, coil building and pinch building techniques to create functional and sculptural artworks. You will learn how to use texture and glaze to enhance the surface of your work. Originality, self expression and design utilizing the elements and principles of art will be emphasized in all artworks. You will be required to keep a sketchbook for research, sketching and reflection.

WHEEL THROWING LINKS

Is it your Week on the Wheel?  Watch these videos after each class period of practice to improve your skills!

How to center

Help! I can't center!

How to open

Help! Why can't I open?

How to pull

Help! I can't pull a wall!

Help! I STILL can't pull a wall!