ART 250 - Ceramics I

3 Credit Hour(s)
0 Lecture Hour(s)
6 Lab Hours(s)
This is an introduction to fine arts ceramics. Handbuilding processes-pinching, slab construction, and coil building-will predominate with some opportunity for beginning wheel throwing. Projects will include both vessel making and sculpture. Students will gain familiarity with clay, slips, glazes, and simple firing techniques. In addition they will be introduced to the scope of historical and contemporary ceramic art. Basic health and safety issues will be taught relative to the materials used.