CREATING
VAHSCR.CR.1 Visualize and generate ideas for creating works of art. (a,b)
VAHSCR.CR.2 Choose from a range of materials and methods of traditional and contemporary artistic practices to plan and create works of art. (a,b,c)
VAHSCR.CR.3 Engage in an array of processes, media, techniques, and technology through experimentation, practice, and persistence. (a,b,c,e)
VAHSCR.CR.4 Incorporate formal and informal components to create works of art. (a,c)
VAHSCR.CR.5 Reflect on, revise, and refine works of art considering relevant traditional and contemporary practices as well as artistic ideation. (a,b)
VAHSCR.CR.6 Keep an ongoing visual and verbal record to explore and develop works of art. (a,c)
RESPONDING
VAHSCR.RE.2 Critique personal works of art and the artwork of others, individually and collaboratively, using a variety of approaches. (a)
VAHSCR.RE.3 Engage in the process of art criticism to make meaning and increase visual literacy. (a)
CONNECTING
VAHSCR.CN.1 Develop personal artistic voice through connecting uses of art within a variety of cultural, historical, and contemporary contexts. (a,b,c)
VAHSCR.CN.2 Develop life skills through the study and production of art (e.g. collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, communication). (b,c)
VAHSCR.CN.3 Utilize a variety of resources to understand how artistic learning extends beyond the walls of the classroom. (a)
CONCEPTS:
Basic understanding of the innate human need to design/decorate objects.
Pinch technique to create open forms with correct wall thickness and control of form silhouette.
Beginning understanding of the stages of dryness of clay for specific purposes including attaching feet and applying varied relief techniques.
Creating visual interest through the application of the elements and principles on clay using varied relief techniques.
Create a front page with your name, grade, & class period
Spend time designing this page with drawings & patterns using colored pencils, markers and watercolor
Work in pairs to answer the questions on the Elements & Principles review sheet. Write your answers in your sketchbook.
Internet search pottery shapes and designs
Complete a series of sketches for your 3 pots that include the shape, texture and feet
Make 3 pinch pots focusing on correct wall thickness and control of opening.
Smooth forms and demonstrate various relief techniques (applique, impressing/stamping, piercing, carving/incising) to create visual interest through the application of elements and principles within and among the forms as a set (e.g. line for movement, shape for pattern).
Next, add feet (tripod or ring style).
Once the form is completed sign the bottom of your pottery