1. Demonstrate how to create a slab made mug.
A.) Roll out slab
B.) Use straight edge to cut slab into an even rectangle.
C.) Wrap Newspaper around PVC tube.
D.) Wrap slab around tube.
E.) Cut off the extra clay.
F.) Slip and Score
G.) Make a slab for the bottom
H.) Trip and attach bottom
I.) Make handle (I show several styles)
*see attached PDF for images
2. Assign the students to create well made mugs (collaboratively). I do this in groups so that the students have more opportunity to be successful. Move throughout the room to check for understanding.
3.Demonstrate how to create an asymmetrical face after each student has a well made mug form.
A.) Start with eyes
B.) Demo Nose (multiple styles)
C.) Lips
D.) The extras (horns, eyelashes, etc)
4.Spend the next two class periods building faces.
5. Allow to dry and fire
6. Demonstrate proper glazing procedures.
A.) Target of 3 coats
B.) Don't Glaze the bottom
C.) Read the label
D.) Shake or mix glazes
E.) Don't overload your brush
7. Allow the students to glaze. I usually allow 2 or maybe 3 periods to accomplish this.
See attached rubric
I use the artwork of James Derosso for inspiration
Visual Arts Standard 1: Understanding and applying media, techniques, and processes
[5-8] Students intentionally take advantage of the qualities and characteristics of art media, techniques, and processes to enhance communication of their experiences and ideas
Visual Arts Standard 2: Using knowledge of structures and functions
[5-8] Students generalize about the effects of visual structures and functions and reflect upon these effects in their own work
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