Discuss as a table group:
What is a figurine?
Double-faced female figurine
Tlatilco, Mexico c. 1200 –900 B.C.
Sumerian Figurine
Mesopotamia ca. 2900 –2600 B.C.
Challenge:
Turn an ordinary, basic pinch pot into a something that is both figurative and utilitarian in design.
Start with this
Step 1:
On a blank SB page, create thumbnail drawings of 3 solutions to this challenge.
Either direction is ok!
Step 2:
Trade papers with a classmate.
Circle their best idea and explain why you think it is best. Be specific!!
Roll Coils
Roll Slabs
Score
Slip
Stick
Smooth
Timeline
Today
• Plan design
• Make starting pinch pot
• Begin customizing
Next Class
• Finish customization
• Name & period on bottom
• Set out to dry
Clay Clean Up
1. Pack up your project (no air!)
2. Pick up any tools or extra clay
3. Carry paper “like a U” to the trash to dispose of clay pieces and dust
4. Put paper back in stack
5. Carefully, sweep crumbs from the table into your hand and throw away
6. Wait quietly for your table to be dismissed to wash
Cover your table with paper, get tools and supplies, and get out your started clay projects.
Do not start working yet, though.
Timeline
Today
• Finish customization
• Name & period on bottom
• Set out to dry
• Start wheel prep activity
Next Class
• Start new clay challenge
• Potter’s wheel demo
Challenge:
Turn an ordinary, basic pinch pot into a something that is both figurative and utilitarian in design.
Ceramic Craftsmanship Requirements:
• Pinch pot has an even thickness
• All pieces are attached correctly
• No holes
• No trapped air
• No thick attachments
• Cleaned up to remove bits of clay and smooth surface
• Edges smoothed and compacted
Design Requirements:
• Creation has a utilitarian purpose
• Creation is stabile
• Creation is uniquely figurative
