Introduction to Ceramics.

Catalog description

Semester course; 6 studio hours. 4 credits. Prerequisites: ARTF 131 , ARTF 132 , ARTF 133 and ARTF 134 . Introduction to beginning processes of wheel throwing and hand-built construction techniques, design, aesthetics and the creative development of clay objects examining cultural, historical and personal modes of expression. Demonstrations and slide presentations are given for assignments along with handouts to assist in illustrating techniques and processes. Students will be introduced to various ceramic aesthetics in contemporary, social and historical context.