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Level 2 Credits: .50 Prerequisite: Foundations of Art In the beginning course, students will become familiar with the types of clay, glazes, and techniques in pottery and sculpture. They will also learn about firing, kilns, decorating, and the terminology of ceramics. Written evaluations, vocabulary quizzes and outside research will be assigned. CLAY II Level 2 Credits: .50 Prerequisite: Clay I This course will take the student to the more advanced areas of working with clay. Students who elect this course will be expected to work at advanced levels. Kilns and the terminology of ceramics will be studied. Independent research, extra studio time, written evaluations, exams and journal writings will be assigned. ADVANCED CLAY Level 2 Credits: .50 Prerequisite: Clay I & II This course is designed to further studies that deal with more sophisticated elements within the ceramic curricula. Advanced levels of slip casting, wheel throwing, mold making, and hand building will be explored. Pertinent art styles/periods and ceramic artists will be discussed and critiqued. Written exams, art critiques, research, journals, and homework will be assigned. |