Ceramics/Sculpture
(Art: 3-dimensional focus)
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Ceramics/Sculpture class will provide all students with an opportunity
to study and explore the process of ceramics and other 3-dimensional arts
using a variety of materials and techniques. Studetns will have a choice
of concentrating on either handbuilt ceramics or wheel thrown ceramics.
They will be able to recognize and use the five basic elements (line, form,
value, texture and color) when creating their own pieces and when analyzing
the work of others. Students will also study the ceramics and sculpture
of various cultures and historical eras and will incorporate aspects of
their own culture and other cultures in several ceramic and sculpture projects.
SWRSD OUTCOMES
Outcome 2: Students understand, accept and appreciate their
own language and culture and the culture of others Outcome 5: Students
demonstrate honesty, respect, concern, and caring for themselves, their
environment, and others. Outcome 7: Students use a variety
of ways to think and to reason when solving problems and making thoughtful
decisions.
COURSE OUTLINE
CONTENT (Essential course facts, concepts, and basic skills;
assessed with teacher -made tests and
rubrics )
Major Units of Study
A. Handbuilding & Sculpture, Pottery Wheel
Alaska Content Standard(s): Standard A: Visual Arts (A
student should be able to create and perform in the arts)
Key Elements (handbuilding/sculpture): Student will be able
to
Use the following handbuilding techniques: a. Pinch b. Coil c. Slab
d. Score and slip 2. Recognize and describe the following stages in the
ceramic process a. Greenware b. Bisque c. Glaze 3. Define and use the following
terms in ceramics a. Plastic b. Leather hard c. Bone dry d. Recycle e.
Wedge f. Air bubble g. Consistency h. Pinch, coil, slab, score&slip
i. Glaze j. Stack, cone, fire, maturity k. Greenware, bisque l. Clay, earthenware,
stoneware, porcelain, kaolin m. Vessel 4. Create and finish two-three pieces
per week (22-33 total) which must include at least one of each of the following:
a. Coil vessel b. Slab vessel c. Pinched vessel d. Sculpture e. Mask(ceramic
or paper macheÕ) f. Bust 5. Describe, define and use the elements
and principles of art in their projects: a. Line, shape, value, texture
and color b. Balance, variety, contrast, movement, rythm, repetition, emphasis,
unity, 6. Use a variety of other materials to create 3-dimensional objects
a. Paper macheÕ b. Found objects (objects in nature and old junk)
7. Exhibit work within the school and/or community a. Prepare work for
exhibition b. Display work in an organized way c. Invite community members
to art exhibit d. Explain each piece of work, how they were made and what
they mean in a short presentation to other students, parents & community
members, teachers and guests e. Show pride in a job well done
Key Elements (Pottery Wheel): Student will be able to
Safely and effectively use the following equipment:
a. PotterÕs wheel b. Wedging boards/tables c. Kiln d. Loop tools
e. Sponge f. Knives and sharp tools g. Lifters 2. Describe and use
the following throwing techniques in this order: (once b, c, d, and e have
successfully been completed 10 times by student, then student may move
on to next step) a. Wedge clay b. Center clay ball (10 times) c. Open clay
ball (10 times) d. Compress floor (1/2Ó) (10 times) e. Pull up walls
(1/2Ó-1/4Ó) to create a cylinder (10 times) f. Shape walls
to create fuctional and/or aesthetically pleasing pot g. Shape lip h. Lift
pot off wheel without breaking it i. Trim/shape edges and create the foot
j. Fire pot 3. Once the student has successfully demonstrated centering,
opening, compressing, pulling and throwing a consistent cylinder, student
will produce at least three centered, 1/2Ó-1/4Ó thick pots
per week on the pottery wheel 4. Exhibit paintings within the school and/or
community a. Prepare pots for exhibition b. Display pots in an organized
way c. Invite community members to art exhibit d. Explain the pots and
how they were made and what they mean in a short presentation to other
students, parents & community members, teachers and guests e. Show
pride in a job well done
B. Art History
Alaska Content Standard(s): Standard B: Visual Arts (A
student should be able to understand the historical and contemporary role
of the arts in Alaska, the nation and the world)
Key Elements: Student will complete at least one of the following:
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Compare/Contrast three-dimensional art from two or more Alaskan Native
cultures 2. Compare/Contrast the sculpture/pottery of two or more world
cultures 3. Study and share about the life, work and importance of one
artist 4. Research, report and test on several different movements and
styles/schools of art 5. Study the work of a Master artist and create a
work of art using similar techniques and materials
C. Critique
Alaska Content Standards: Standard C: Visual Arts (A student
should be able to critique the studentÕs art and the art of others)
Key Elements: Student will be able to
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Use the following criteria to evaluate their own artwork and the artwork
of others: a. Craftmanship b. Function c. Organization d. Originality e.
Technique f. Theme 2. Identify, describe and analyze the use of basic art
elements and principles in studentÕs own work and the work of others
3. Be able to interpret meaning and/or function in a ceramic piece or sculpture
4. Be able to express an informed opinion about a piece of art or artist
and defend it 5. Be able to offer and accept constructive criticism
D. Aesthetics
Alaska Content Standard(s): Standard D: Visual Arts (A
student should be able to recognize beauty and meaning through the arts
in the studentÕs life)
Key Elements: Student will be able to
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Describe why beauty and art are important in studentÕs own life
2. Describe and discuss how the arts of all cultures are integrated with
aspects of everyday life
UNIVERSAL SKILLS (Essential processes or skills, universally taught
by all teachers in all courses; assessed with teacher
-made rubrics and/or tests )
Major Categories of Skills
A. Cross-curricular and/or Integrative Skills
Key Elements: Student will
1. Be able to use all materials responsibly, appropriately and safely
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Be able to clean up when finished creating art
3. Listen to and follow instructions
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Be able to effectively communicate information (writing, speaking, presenting,
reading)
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Appreciate the creativity of others
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Be able to judge art using specific technical criteria (craftsmanship,
function, organization, originality, technique, theme, composition)
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Be able to create art within specified boundaries of decency and respect
B. Technological Skills
Key Elements: Student will be able to
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Effectively use the internet/e-mail to conduct research on art/artists/art
history/culture
C. Life & Employability Skills
Alaska Content Standard(s) Standard A: Employability Standards
(A student should be able to apply critical and creative thinking
skills to make decisions and solve problems)
Key Elements: Student will
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Demonstrate punctuality and self-initiative in the classroom and on projects
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Produce high quality products using a variety of tools and materials including
a computer
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Set and follow high standards for health and safety in the classroom
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Use appropriate methods for taking care of materials and equipment