Advanced SIS: Ceramics

Catalog description

In this course, advanced ceramic students will explore clay as a medium for personal expression. They will enhance their technical skills using materials and processes aligned with their concepts, while developing aesthetic sensibilities through historic and contemporary references in ceramics and other arts. Students will learn to organize their projects and manage their time effectively to complete projects within the given timeframe. Coursework supports the creation of a professional portfolio. Students will engage in technical projects to broaden their experience with clay, such as mold making, slip casting, and glaze mixing. Advanced students will gain deeper knowledge and mastery of the medium through these complex processes. Participation in critiques is required, where students will analyze their own work and that of peers to identify strengths and weaknesses, fostering the growth and exchange of ideas. The class includes demonstrations, lectures, research/writing assignments, and work time. Students must develop a body of work within the project context to express their individual voice. Prerequisite: 60-234 Min. grade C