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Web Site
The
Pottery and Clay Sculpture Program aims to cultivate a working knowledge of
clay techniques based on a study of historic and contemporary ceramics. The
program will enroll students who have prior clay experience or students who
show a strong motivation and interest in learning. As part of their program
commitment, students will enroll in a non‑credit, year‑long class
and purchase a student membership at the Pottery Co-op (currently $150 per
year). The program will also expect a commitment from the members to take
personal initiative in developing their skills and gathering knowledge as it
concerns the art of ceramics.
The
members will utilize the facilities of the Living/Learning Center Pottery Co‑op.
A weekly class, using the text Hands in Clay by Charlotte Speight, will combine
clay handling techniques with readings in ceramic history, clay technology and
contemporary art. Visiting speakers will supplement readings through lectures
in art history, geology, and anthropology.
Once
members become more experienced, they will give instructional help to other
members of the Pottery Co‑op. Members will communicate their work to the
general UVM population through displays in the lobby showcase and a spring
Gallery exhibit. Presentations of films, videos and speakers will be open to
the public.
The
study of clay encompasses many fields. Participation in the program makes it
possible for the student to pursue and deepen an initial interest in clay.
Direct handling of the clay reinforces the many areas studied including (but
not limited to) art, history, other cultures, chemistry and geology. A strong
pottery program enhances the work of the entire Living/Learning Center Pottery
Co‑op.
Students will gain an
understanding of the breadth of the uses of clay throughout history and across
cultures.
ACTION STEPS
A) There will be regularly assigned readings in Hands
in Clay with class discussion and written responses in a journal.
B) Members will utilize the many books and
magazines available in the Pottery Studio library.
C) There will be an in‑suite library of
Ceramics Monthly and American Ceramics.
D) Members will study slides that pertain to areas
of study. Slide lectures will be given once a month.
E) A slide quiz will be given at the end of the
first semester to test recognition of major artists and cultures.
F) Guest lecturers in related fields, i.e. art
history, Geology, clay technology will be invited to speak. These lectures will
be open to the public. (Second Semester).
Each member will show
improvement in performance skills in whatever aspect of ceramics they choose to
concentrate in (throwing, hand building, sculpting etc.)
ACTION STEPS
A) Each member will attend a two hour weekly class
instructed by Joan Watson. Class will be structured around the various levels
of experience of the program members. The first semester of instruction will
concentrate on basic skills through following a coordinated class syllabus.
B) Each member will work independently in the
studio at least two hours a week outside of class.
Each member will
participate in at least one activity related to the UVM and/or
ACTION STEPS
A) Raku Firing ‑ A
demonstration on the Japanese firing technique of Raku
will be presented. (October and April).
B) The lobby display case will be used to display
student work.
C) L/L C Gallery Exhibit ‑ providing the
exhibit proposal is accepted, a spring exhibit will be presented.
D) Empty Bowl Project ‑ Members will raise
money and donate to a local hunger project and serving a simple dinner.
The program will work with at least one other program in the Living/Learning Center to broaden our involvement with the L/LC community.
ACTION STEPS
A) An Empty Bowl dinner will be given in
coordination with any program that has a health orientation.
B) If there is a program that deals with Education,
program members will coordinate visits to tour the L/L center pottery studio or
direct visits to the schools.
C) Members will offer suggestions for other
projects which could include other programs.
Click here to visit Pottery & Clay Sculpture Program’s
Web Site
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Required Course
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Fall Semester: |
Non-credit weekly
class. Day/Time TBA |
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Spring Semester: |
Non-credit weekly
class. Day/Time TBA |
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