In this course traditional handbuilding techniques using soft and
hard slab as well as coil construction will be utilized to create
functional, non-functional and sculptural forms. Students are
encouraged to work at their own pace and to develop their own
unique directions. Through discussion and demonstration
students will explore form, imagery and narrative. Learning how
to make templates, lidded boxes, texture rollers, handles, spouts,
and decorative trays, are just a few examples that may be
demonstrated in class. Students will discover how various
techniques can be combined to achieve exciting new exteriors
on their pieces. Surface treatment can include sgraffito, water
etching, slip trailing, carving, and decorating with underglazes.
The main goal will be to improve clay skills by refreshing and
energizing the student’s approach to clay.