This document provides instructions for a 7th grade clay project that challenges students to go above and beyond basic clay work. Students must create a vessel that incorporates two clay manipulation techniques and includes a lid, handle, or other decorative element. The vessel must also reflect something about the student's personality and interests. Students must submit designs for approval before receiving clay to make a final fired and glazed piece reflecting their chosen design.
1. Turning it up a notch…Studio 212 Your clay project for 7th grade is above and beyond elementary school…. Lets see what you are made of!
2. Creating yourVessel Create a list at least 10 things about you Mrs. Cook= cats, kids, art teacher, artist…weaver and potter, hiking, gardening, flowers, positive energy, texture
4. Manipulating clayGreenware Pinch - 1 finger thick Coil - weld/join after 3 coils - Slip and score Slab Your vessel must use 2 of the 3 techniques. Your vessel must have one of these … a lid, a handle, a fun lip, or a fun foot.
5. Firing in the Kiln Stages in Drying 1. Plastic 2. Leatherhard 3. Bone Dry Bisque Final Glazing 1. underglazing and clear coat 2. glaze - vitrification
6. Requirements for Clay Vessel How does this reflect you? Fun foot, fun lip, lid, or handle 2 of 3 techniques 212 above and beyond Vessel =it holds something Decorative=detailed 20 designs Pick you favorite and write a plan to create it. Get it approved then you get clay.
