Clay for Beginners | Term Two, 2024
Content
* Introduction to clay and the ceramic studio * Basic hand-building techniques will be introduced in the first three sessions, with a different focus each week * Decorative surfaces will be encouraged and can be developed at a variety of stages * Create further projects in your areas of interest * Basic clear glazing of the work will take place towards the end of the term * Learn how to work in a shared ceramic space in a way that is respectful of others and follows best practice guidelinesObjectives
* Create ceramic pieces and gain a working knowledge of clay and fired ceramic * Gain insight into the possibilities and limitations of clay as a material to explore creatively * Learn how to work and be respectful of a shared ceramic creative studio * Have fun!Outcomes
* A working knowledge of a variety of hand-building techniques and decorative options * Insight into some other artists working with clay * Insight into your own creative response to using clay as a materialTutor: TBA
- Every Friday (06 May - 21 Jun)
- 9:30am - 4:30pm
- Materials cost: $50 Casual Students: $630.00 + materials
- Hot Arts 2 – Ceramics / Wax
- 10 (Max number of students)
Required Materials:
* 3 kg of stoneware clay, basic glazing and decorative colours are included in the class materials fee* Extra clay can be purchased from the school as required
* Bring along any favourite clay working tools
* Please bring a work shirt or apron to avoid clay and glazes getting on your clothes
* You can purchase a dust mask from the materials shop, if required