ART 2224 Intermediate Ceramics

Description

Intermediate Ceramics expands on building and throwing methods as well as glazing and other decorating methods.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

ART 1124

Corequisite

None

Topics to be Covered

1. Hand building and throwing abilities

2. Glaze and other decorating methods

3. Ceramic history

4.  Firing the kiln

Learning Outcomes

1. Develop proficiency in hand-building with slabs using slump or hump molds, pinching, coil building large vase forms, combining more complex extruded forms and throwing dinner place settings

2. Create a body of work that demonstrates individual artistic expression and personal approach to functional or sculptural ceramics

3. Develop proficiency in wedging and proper clay preparation

4. Experiment with advanced surface treatment techniques including in-depth glazing bisqueware, decorating using wax resist and a variety of glazing methods

5. Demonstrate the required safety standards

6. Develop understanding of historical and theoretical context of ceramics within human expression

7. Critique personal and classmates’ work via engaging in continuous improvement in a respectful and constructive manner

Credit Details

Lecture: 2

Lab: 1

OJT: 0

MnTC Goal Area(s): Goal Area 06 - Humanities/Fine Arts

Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Goal Area(s) and Competencies

Goal 6: The Humanities and Fine Arts

1. Demonstrate awareness of the scope and variety of works in the arts and humanities.

2. Understand those works as expressions of individual and human values within an historical and social context.

3. Respond critically to works in the arts and humanities.

4. Engage in the creative process or interpretive performance.

5. Articulate an informed personal reaction to works in the arts and humanities