Ceramics

Overview

The ceramics program at CCRI provides students with the general knowledge of the processes, materials, and construction methods involved in working with clay. The courses offer methods of construction ranging from the use of hand building techniques to create sculpture oriented objects to the creation of functional vessels on the pottery wheel. With an emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving, a student will learn the processes necessary to create a ceramic object from concept to the finished project.

Courses

Ceramics I ARTS 1650

This course acts as an introduction to fine art ceramics. Coil, slab, and other basic hand building methods as well as glazing and various kiln firing methods are covered.

Kiln and basic glazes are provided; clay and individual tools must be purchased.

Studio:

4 hours

Prerequisites

None

Works

Ceramics II ARTS 1660

This course concentrates on the use of the wheel to create forms for functional pottery or sculptural investigations. Kiln and basic glazes are provided; tools must be purchased.

Studio:

4 hours

Prerequisites

ARTS 1650 Ceramics I or permission of instructor

Works

Ceramics III ARTS 2660

This course requires students to develop a written proposal for a project, or projects they will develop and create by the conclusion of the semester.

Exploration of alternate construction methods other than those covered in Ceramics I and II are encouraged as well as an investigation into a personal artistic voice in clay. Kiln and basic glazes are provided; clay and tools must be purchased.