Ceramics

1. Find a ceramic artist

• The ceramicist can be from ancient to present time.

• Locate an artist that you find interesting and whose work you would like to study and make your own version in a similar style.

2. Research ceramic artist

       1. Website Resources: You must choose an artist from one of these 3 websites.

•  http://flyeschool.com/content/ceramic-artists-page-1 (Many functional & Sculptural Artists)

• http://www.ceramicstoday.com/  (Ceramics today)

• http://accessceramics.org/ (Contemporary Ceramics)

 

A. Answer the questions on the table provided on project handout.

    I. Who is the artist? Name, age, where is he/she from?

    II. What type of work does he/she do? functional/sculptural? 

    III. Who or what are his/ her Influences?

    IV. What type of techniques does he/she use when constructing a piece? Coil, slab, drape mold, pinch, or...?

 

B. Find 2 images of the artists work

    I. Print at least 2 images of the artist’s work and staple to this sheet OR Sketch 2 examples below in the boxes provided on the handout.

 

4. Create your own version of the artist’s sculpture

     Now, it’s your turn to create a piece that reflects the artists style and form, but is your own creation. (similar but different!)

     A. Sketch in your sketchbook or on the project handout:

1. Two ideas for your project.

2. How you will construct your project? Coil, slab, pinch, etc.

* remember you are not copying the artist, you are creating something influenced by the cultures and/or his or her style.