GVA1321

Minor ceramics 1

O Rye

6 points
* 5 studio hours per week
* First and second semester
* Gippsland

Objectives By the completion of this subject students are expected to have begun to explore the investigation of ideas prominent in their major studies, expressed through a ceramic medium; realised the need for technical understanding of the medium; developed disciplined work habits; and developed safe working procedures.

Synopsis This subject aims to encourage artistic fluency in the medium of clay, and build the appropriate skills to achieve aesthetic goals.

Assessment Studio participation: 20%
* Set projects: 20%
* Final show of work: 60%

Prescribed texts

Speight C F and Toki J Hands in clay: An introduction to ceramics 2nd edn, Mayfield, 1989