Ceramics
Course Description
Course Description
This is an Introductory / Beginner Ceramic Art class so no prior ceramic knowledge needed!
Topics Covered:
•Pottery and Sculpture
•Building techniques- pinch, coil, slab, and throwing on the potters wheel
•Elements and principles of design
•Glazes and colored slips
•Ceramics Art History
•Studio Habits of Mind (8 categories of learning in the arts)
In addition to making art, students are expected to observe and reflect on their art making process through the use of a sketch book journal and the practice of formal critiques.
Projects for the Year
Projects for the Year
Book Making
Book Making
Pinch Pots- El Dia de Los Muertos
Pinch Pots- El Dia de Los Muertos
Biomorphic Whistle
Biomorphic Whistle
Sushi Plates
Sushi Plates
Slab Box
Gift mug
Coil Pots
Coil Pots
Tea Pots
Tea Pots
Independent Hand Built and Wheel Thrown project(s)