Ceramics 1
Coil Pots
Coils give you the ability to make
organic forms. You can smooth coils
or use them in decorative ways.
Coils can be left visible or smoothed out.
Coils placed in a press mold (bowl):
If you have time, you may make an extra bowl to
donate to the Empty Soup Bowl Supper
held by Arcadia University.
Requirements:
• Coil pot must be 8 inches tall to earn an A. It must also
have organic movement, meaning that it moves in
and/or out.
• You must use two decorative coil techniques
OR one technique alternating with smooth areas. The
other option is to add sculptural elements (see
examples to follow).
• Craftsmanship is important. Pay attention to details,
and smooth coils on the inside of pot neatly.
• Glazing should be applied evenly and color choices
should enhance your coils. Color choice should create
unity so work looks complete and balanced. Colors
should not compete or distract from the coil
decorations.
Optional: You may
add sculptural
elements, such as
animal features.
Student Work