Ceramics: Intermediate Wheel-Throwing

Catalog description

This intermediate course builds upon the foundational skills developed in ART 137 : Ceramics: Introduction to Wheel Throwing. Course continues exploring the potter’s wheel as a primary tool for creating expressive, functional pottery. Students will focus on producing a range of tableware, including tall functional cylinders, surface-treated cups, large bowls, pouring vessels, lidded jars and decorated plates. Instruction covers glazing techniques, ceramic terminology, art history and various firing methods. Emphasis is placed on refining technical skills and developing a personal artistic style through the creation of unique, functional artworks. Course may be taken for credit up to four times.