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Ceramics (SCP) 882
forming techniques

TIME FRAME:
GRADE: 9-12
CONTACT:

         MAP LEVEL:
01.4 THE ARTS - VISUAL ART

01.4.1.9.1 -- Students will apply media, techniques and processes with sufficient skill, confidence and sensitivity that their intentions are understood

01.4.2.9.2 -- Students will apply comprehension and skill in incorporating the elements of art and principles of design to generate multiple solutions to and effectively solve a variety of visual art problems.

01.4.3.9.1 -- Students will use, record and develop ideas for content over time

01.4.1.9.2 -- Students will conceive and create original works of art that demonstrate a connection between personal expression and the intentional use of art materials techniques and processes

01.4.2.9.1 -- Students will judge the effectiveness of different ways of using visual characteristics in conveying ideas

01.4.5.9.4 -- Students will apply critical and aesthetic criteria (e.g., technique, formal and expressive qualities, content) in order to improve their own works of art.

01.4 THE ARTS - VISUAL ART

01.4.5.9.4 -- Students will apply critical and aesthetic criteria (e.g., technique, formal and expressive qualities, content) in order to improve their own works of art.

02.0 HEALTH AND SAFETY

02.0.2.5.2 -- Students will demonstrate skills necessary to avoid dangerous situations

02.0.2.9.1 -- Students will demonstrate skills to avoid, cope with or resolve risky and unsafe situations

08.1 SOCIAL STUDIES - HISTORY

08.1.3.0.1 -- Students will recognize that people develop traditions that transmit their beliefs and ideals

07.0 SCIENCE

07.0.11.0.5 -- Students will identify physical changes as changes in state or form



1. What are the basic forming techniques for clay?
2. What are some applications of these techniques?




This unit emphasizes the qualities/handling of clay, creating textures through impressing/incising/applying, pinch pot technique, slab techniques: drape/press/soft slab/hard slab handling, coil techniques, wheel techniques, mutiple techniques used together, and vocabulary/aesthetics.





Students in ceramics will develop the abiltiy to:

-- observe and interpret clay qualities as applicable to handling procedures,
-- apply appropriate vocabulary to tools, equipment, and processes,
-- appropriate vocabulary and concepts in aesthetic discussions and decisions,
-- demonstrate the pinch technique,
-- demonstrate various slab techniques,
-- demonstrate coil technique,
-- comprehend wheel technique.



All students will:

-- create textures in hard and soft clay,
-- observe and demonstrate pinch technique,
-- observe and demonstrate slab technique,
-- observe and demonstrate coil technique,
-- comprehend wheel technique,
-- identify mutiple methods of forming within one piece.





1. Homework is used as a formative and summative evaluation tool.
2. Short answer, fill in the blank, and matching quizzes are used to access concrete information such as vocabulary, equipment use, and procedures.
3. Project evaluations may take the form of group critiques, rating scales, checklists, written evaluations, and teacher interviews.
4. A collection of ceramic pieces is a demonstration of skills learned and personal, aesthetic growth. This body of work stands as a visual record of the creative process experienced throughout the semester.
5. Group discussions give insight into the creative process and problem-solving.



1. Visits to artist studios
2. Museum and/or gallery visits
3. Visiting artists



Blandino, B., (1984) Coiled Pottery. Radnor, PA. Chilton.
Branfman, S., (1991) Raku. Iola WI. Krause Publications.
Burleson, M., (2001) The Ceramic Glaze Handbook.
Casson, M., (1977) The Art and Craft of the Potter. Woodbury, NY. Barron's
Educational Series.
Chappell, J., (1977) The Potter's Complete Book of Clay and Glazes. New York, NY.
Watson-Guptill.
Clark, K., (1983) The Potter's Manual. Edison, NJ. Chartwell Books.
Fraser, H., (1979) Glazes for the Craft Potter. Westervile, OH. A&C Black.
Luchessi, B., (1979) Modeling the Head in Clay. New NY. Watson -Guptill.
Nelson, G., (2002) Ceramics: A Potter's Handbook (6th Edition) New York,
NY, Wadsworth.
Peterson, S., (1992) The Craft and Art of Clay. Englewood Cliffs, NY. Prentice Hall.
Shafer, T., (1976) Pottery Decoration. New York, NY, Watson-Guptill.
Tourtillott, S. ed., (1992) 500 Bowls. Asheville, NC. Lark Books.
Warshaw, J., (2003) The Practical Potter. London, England. Hermes House






Suggested video:
Paul Soldner: Thrown and Altered Clay, Crystal Video
isbn nO. 1-56290-068-4