Unit 5: Rigid Slab Method

3 conceptual sketches roughly to scale due day 1 of unit/before you build. Next class!

Two pages of notes from the Rigid Slab Demos.

You must create and use a “to-scale” (actual size) template using cardboard/file folder card stock (provided). Due before construction begins. 

Square planes (for cubes and cuboids: 90 degree corners.)

For Cuboids: (rectangular box) Must be at least 7” in length or height, and 4” in height and minimum 4” wide.

Cut lid off once the form is closed/all sides fastend (NO flat slab lids!)

Flange lid (flange placed in lid or box) 

NO LOCK CUT LID

3/8” maximum wall thickness. ¼” slabs ideal

The planes of your box may be decorated (texture, carving, adding clay, or surface decorative techniques). Use of texture mats or textured rollers accepted and encouraged.  

NO representational decoration: stars, hearts, daisies, suns, moons, etc. 

Must have a finished bottom and a slab foot.

All seems must be supported with support coils.

Length of Unit: 3 weeks