Ceramics II
Name_______________________________ Per.____
Sugar & Creamer Set
Using a template to create multiples / Variation on a form
For this project, you will create TWO separate pieces using ONE template to create a set. Artists utilize sets for
practical purposes (a set of plates for a dinner table), for practice (the more times you make something the better
you are at making it), and because sets are aesthetically pleasing. Your set will function as a sugar bowl and
creamer.
Pre-Project Planning:
-Sketch some (at least 3 different ideas) finished product ideas for you sugar bowl & creamer set (LABEL THESE IN YOUR
SKETCHBOOK). Make sure your creamer includes a spout and your sugar bowl includes a lid.
YOUR IDEAS SHOULD CONSIDER THE WHOLE FINISHED PRODUCT INCLUDING TEXTURE, DESIGN, ETC.
-Create a paper template for your product, first with graph paper, then out of heavier construction paper.
-YOUR SUGAR AND CREAMER MUST BE BETWEEN 3 ¼” X 3 ¼” and 5 ¼” x 5 ¼”
Product Construction:
-Work slowly! This will help prevent uneven walls and cracking of your clay.
-Make sure your template WORKS!
-Roll enough slab to cut your template from. (Roll slab to about ¼” thick)
-Smooth and compress your slab with a rib--NO AIR BUBBLES.
-Add texture to your slab if you want different parts to have texture.
-Carefully trace your template with a needle tool and then use an xacto knife to cut the edges.
-Bevel any edges that will attach together.
-Decide whether or not you want your seams to be visible and part of your design.
-REMEMBER TO SCORE AND SLIP!!
-Craftsmanship is paramount--work carefully and clean up seams, edges, texture, design; no sharp edges!
Adding any design elements or handles, lids, etc:
-Keep your work wrapped up tightly in plastic until you are done constructing.
-Decide what you need to make for add-ons to your template design (spout, handles, lid?).
-Do you want to add surface texture--reductive or additive?
Self Evaluation = Sugar & Creamer Set
1.) What is the most successful element of your finished product? WHY? (Your template design, your construction of the
objects in your set --consistency, the glaze design and application, etc.)
2.) What was the most challenging step in this process? Explain why this was challenging.
3.) Tell me about your sugar and creamer set. Describe the elements of your set--what SHAPES do you use, what
texture or patterns did you apply, how did you achieve consistency or contrast in your set? Does your glaze enhance
or detract from your idea/concept? How did you come up with your pattern or design concept, where did you find
inspiration or ideas?
4.) Draw thumbnail sketches of your two pieces. Label the glazes you used and the order of the layers. (Use arrows!)
Glazes:
Sketch:
Sketch:
Glazes:
Self-Evaluation Scoring Rubric (for instructor use ONLY)
Exceptional
5
Skilled
4
Proficient
3
Developing
2
Inadequate
1
Use of
Conventions/
Mechanics:
The text intentionally
uses standard English
conventions of usage
and mechanics along
with the language of
critique.
The text uses
standard English
conventions of
usage and
mechanics along
with the language of
critique.
The text
demonstrates
standard English
conventions of
usage and
mechanics along
with the language of
critique.
The text
demonstrates
some accuracy in
standard English
conventions and
usage of
mechanics.
The text contains
multiple
inaccuracies in
standard English
conventions of
usage and
mechanics.
Substance, Style
and Content:
The text presents an
engaging, formal, and
objective tone and
uses sophisticated
language and topicspecific vocabulary.
The text presents an
appropriate, formal,
objective tone and
uses relevant
language and topicspecific vocabulary.
The text presents an
objective tone and
uses precise
language and topicspecific vocabulary.
The text illustrates
a limited
awareness of
formal tone and
awareness of
topic-specific
vocabulary.
The text illustrates
a limited or
inconsistent tone
and awareness of
topic-specific
vocabulary.
Score: ____ / 15
Please evaluate yourself for each category of assessment--circle the rubric space that best describes your work.
Add up your total and write it in the space below.
Exceptional--4
Proficient--3.5
Developing--3
Inadequate--2
Content
Artist made a unique sugar and
creamer set using a paper
template (3”x3” - 5” x 5”).
Planning and execution of an
idea are exceptional.
Artist made a sugar and creamer
set using a paper template (less
than 3” OR more than 5”). Planning
and execution of an idea are
evident.
Artist made a sugar and creamer
set using a paper template.
Artist only created ONE of set.
Some planning and execution of
an idea are evident.
Work is incomplete. No planning
and/or poor execution of idea.
Craftsmanship/
Technique
Work exceeds ALL criteria and
shows exceptional
understanding of designing and
using a template.
Object construction is consistent
throughout set.
Work meets most criteria and
shows basic understanding of
designing and/or using a template.
Object construction is mostly
consistent.
Work fulfills some criteria but
could benefit from better
understanding of designing
and/or using a template.
Construction is somewhat
consistent.
Work fulfills few of the
criteria and shows little
understanding of template
design or use.
Construction is
inconsistent.
Walls are an even thickness,
compressed and smooth or
show intentional texture
throughout the piece.
Walls are mostly even and smooth
or with texture throughout the
piece.
Walls are uneven and/or not
smooth or sloppy texture in
parts of the piece.
Walls are very uneven and
not smooth or with clean
texture.
Additive elements are well
attached, vessel is functional,
joints are blended without any
cracking.
Additive elements are attached and
functional, joints are mostly
blended.
Additive elements are poorly
attached and/or shows cracking
at the joint.
Additive elements OR
joints are not attached or
are broken.
Glaze application is even,
thoughtful and intentional, with
no dripping, crazing, or pin holes.
Glaze application is mostly even,
with little dripping, crazing, or pin
holes.
Glaze application is mostly even,
may show dripping, crazing, or
pins.
Glaze application is
uneven or unfinished.
Work exceeds ALL criteria by
showing superior degree of
originality in set design.
Work meets most criteria by
evidence of some unique ideas and
originality in set design.
Work fulfills some criteria. Work
is slightly unique in set design.
Work fulfills few of the
criteria and shows no
original ideas.
Set demonstrates a clear and
thoughtful relationship through
design/composition.
Set demonstrates a relationship
through design/composition.
Artwork demonstrates clear
personal connection to the artist
through research and idea
generation.
Artwork shows some personal
connection to the artist through
some research and idea generation.
Artwork does not demonstrate a
personal connection to the artist,
little evidence of research and
idea generation.
Little evidence of research
and idea generation, no
personal connection
evident.
Artwork construction AND
glazing demonstrates
experimentation or challenge.
Artwork construction OR glazing
demonstrates experimentation or
challenge.
Artwork construction and/or
glazing is thoughtful.
Little consideration of
form or glazing choices.
Deadlines
Artwork turned in ON TIME
during EACH phase.
Artwork turned in ON TIME.
Artwork turned in LATE.
Artwork turned in VERY
LATE.
Studio Skills
Artist utilized ALL studio time
and materials effectively.
Artist utilized Open Studio Hours
to make up work.
Artist went above and beyond
studio expectations.
Artist used studio time and
materials appropriately.
Artist did not utilize studio time.
Design /
Creativity
Artist complied with studio
expectations.
The set’s relationship is unclear
in the design/composition.
Artist misused materials/ did not
comply with studio expectations.
Set does not show a
relationship.
Did not use studio time to
work. Artist misused
materials/did not comply
with studio expectations.
Student Score
___ / 40
Instructor Score ___ / 40