Ceramics

  • Ceramics 1

     This course is open to all students in grades 10-12 who enjoy 3-D work and would like to explore clay as a medium. Students will focus on hand-built methods of ceramic production, while producing a variety of functional and decorative pieces. This course may also include a brief introduction to the potter's wheel. Glazing and various forms of surface decoration and embellishments will be introduced. Art history, Criticism, Aesthetics and Philosophy will be included in a multicultural context. A fee of $20.00 will be charged for instructional materials used in projects kept by the student.
          This course meets in a 90 minute block for 18 weeks and is worth 1.0 credits.
     
     

    Ceramics 2

    This course is open to students in grades 10-12 who want to pursue work on the potter's wheel, advanced hand-building, and ceramic sculpture. Students will have the opportunity to design and initiate projects in theses areas. Glazing will be emphasized, including some glaze theory. Art history, Criticism, Aesthetics and Philosophy will be included in a multicultural context. A fee of $20.00 will be charged for instructional materials used in projects kept by the student.

           This course meets in a 90 minute block for 18 weeks and is worth 1.0 credits.

    Prerequisite: Ceramics 1, grade C or better.
     
     

    Ceramics 3

     

    Students will continue their study of ceramic media and design problems. Individuals will plan and analyze units of study with the instructor in order to develop skills in specific areas and knowledge. Art history, Criticism, Aesthetics and Philosophy will be included in the study of art from the 17th century through present day. A fee of $20.00 will be charged for instructional materials used in projects kept by the student.

           This course meets in a 90 minute block for 18 weeks and is worth 1.0 credits.
    Prerequisite: Ceramics 2, grade C or better.