ART120 — Ceramics I
ART 120 - Ceramics I ART 120 - Ceramics I Description: Introduction to ceramics hand building techniques. Includes primary use of glazes, glaze applications, kiln firing processes and kiln atmosphere. Application of design principles. Lecture: 1 Lab: 5 Course Content: Introduction and Identification of studio and personal tools Definition of clay types Preparation of clay Hand forming techniques a. Pinching b. Coiling c. Slab work d. Slump and Hump Mold use Use of the potter’s wheel a. Basic beginning procedures b. Cylinder Surface decoration techniques a. Incising b. Mark making c. Stamping d. Carving Glaze application techniques a. Wax resist b. Dipping c. Pouring d. Brushwork e. Overlaps f. Metal oxide painting and staining Basic kiln firing procedures Kiln atmospheres a. Reduction b. Oxidation Kiln types a. Fuel kilns b. Electric kilns Ceramic terminology Formal elements and principles of design Historical and contemporary art examples Critique Learning