Sgraffito Clay Tile

For this project we had to create a name plate for the art exhibition. The goal was to create a sgraffito clay tile. It was up to us, the shape of the clay and the design we carved into it. I chose to do a circle. In hindsight, it's a little small. After they had been fired, we carved into the clay. I wanted to do a mandala design because I used to draw them all the time (especially freshmen year). I did a very simple mandala to not crowd the space. I left the lines very thin although, I wish I had made them bolder so they would stand out more. I added my name in the middle. I then went in with a shiny black glaze and Ms. Medsker fired it in the kiln. Overall, I feel like I could've used the space more effectively. I also think it would have been better if it was bigger. I could still go in with paint sharpie markers and add color which I think would be cool.