Developing Ideas and Creativity in Ceramics

Developing Ideas and Creativity in Ceramics emphasizes strong concept, individual expression and creativity. Students begin the semester working in stoneware, earthenware, and porcelain. After the initial project, students choose to continue working in the clay of their choice. Students will complete projects that explore related pieces (sets of pieces shown together as a work), storytelling, stamp making, mold making and ways of manipulating clay and surface finishes to improve the structural and aesthetic quality of their artwork. Each student chooses a professional 3D artist or art movement to research, and each student designs original pieces that adapt some
aspect of the researched work. Students learn to measure the specific gravity of glazes and how to repair green ware, bisque, and glazed work.