Ceramics

Semester 2 Project#3: Sgraffito Mandala

Functional Ceramic Sculpture w/Radial Design

-Download Project Outline Notesheet and Planning Sketches 

Project Description:

• Create a radial (circular) design on plate, bowl, and/or cylinder form/lid, or variation of using slab method and Sgraffito decoration.

Project Requirements:

• Construct a simple slab form (cylinder container with lid or cylinder form without lid (plate, bowl, etc.)

• Design an image that illustrates radial balance (mandala). Use template if desired.

• Use sgraffito technique to scratch through underglaze to reveal white of clay.

Project Steps: Fill in blanks during project slideshow.

• First you will need to brainstorm and sketch 3 different ideas – On back of this sheet.

• Decide if you want it to look like a realistic scene/imagery or an abstract design/pattern.

• Consider how it will fit on your clay form. Think in terms of lines, shapes, and balance.

• After you sketch & get approval from teacher, construct your cylinder, bowl, or slab form.

• Paint a contrasting color in a select area.

• Trace your design onto the form.

• Scratch through the shapes to reveal the clay body underneath.

• Fire piece. Once fired you can touch up any lines/shapes.

• Apply clear glaze and fire again.