Ceramics
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Art II Intro to Ceramics
Introduction to ceramic processes: utilization of basic clay materials, building of clay forms. Firing, glazing, and aesthetic principles of ceramic sculpture.
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Art III Intermediate Ceramics
Further study of ceramic techniques focusing on 3D portfolio development. Art III students will be provided with opportunity to apply advanced techniques in designing, altering clay body, sculpting, and glazing, as well as photographing their finished products and developing an online portfolio. Independent research will be required.
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Art IV Upper Level Ceramics
Further study of ceramic techniques focusing on 3D portfolio development. Art IV students will be provided with opportunity to apply advanced techniques in designing, altering clay body, sculpting, and glazing, as well as photographing their finished products and developing an online portfolio. Independent research will be required.
Ceramics II, III, IV Syllabus
Course Goals and Objectives
Throughout the year students will:
- Create ceramic art using the elements of art: line, shape, color, texture, form, space, and value as tools to achieve the principles of design: emphasis, repetition/pattern, movement/rhythm, contrast/variety, balance, proportion, and unity.
- Create ceramic art through problem solving by using direct observation, original sources, experiences, and imagination to communicate design solutions. Students will understand copyright and public domain to use appropriate images for focal point of artwork when working from images rather than direct observation or imagination. Students will express themselves, collaborate with each other, and will learn techniques in drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, fiber art, design, and digital art.
- Create using historical and cultural relevance in art. Students will learn to compare and contrast historical and contemporary styles, and to describe cultural characteristics in art. Students will have opportunities to collaborate on community based projects and learn about career opportunities through art.
- Critically evaluate, analyze, and respond to the artworks by self, peers, and artists’ work in museums, galleries, and websites. Students will construct an electronic portfolio of personal artwork accompanied by written critique, analyzation, and interpretation to provide evidence of learning.
Classroom Expectations
- Be in assigned seat ready to start daily warm-up when the bell rings.
- No talking while teacher is speaking.
- Actively participate and make improvements on your artwork daily – your daily effort is a grade!
- Be courteous and respectful of others.
- Keep all cell phones put away during art. NO cell phones are permitted in class unless specifically requested by teacher for image resource search.
Classroom Procedures
- Place backpacks and personal items in front cabinet upon arrival.
- Read instructions on white board to know which supplies to have out and ready.
- Gather supplies required for daily warm-up.
- Be in assigned seat with supplies when bell rings.
- Begin daily warm-up.