ART 12300 - Introduction to Ceramics ¿ Handbuilding

Institution:

Ithaca College

Subject:

Art

Description:

This course is designed to introduce students to the materials, terms, tools, and techniques involved in handbuilding with clay. All assignments are designed to challenge both the technical skill and conceptual insights of the students. Various handbuilding techniques and finishing methods will be explored. Basic concepts of slab construction, traditional coil and pinch methods and combinations of these will be investigated along with ceramic stains, glazing and the firing processes. Historical and contemporary issues in ceramics will be discussed in class and through slides and personal research. In addition, safety issues of the ceramic studio will be covered. 3 credits. (IRR)

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ithaca.edu

Phone Number:

(607) 274-3011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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