A brief historical survey, an introduction to kiln construction and the work of several known potters as well as basic clay and glaze information are included. Incorporation of the elements and principles of design is emphasized in assigned projects. This is an advanced pottery course. Students work on serial pieces, lidded forms, handles, throwing from a mound, glazes and firing techniques. This course assumes no prior experience, but students must have ready access to a fully functional manual 35mm camera with a light meter and new battery.
Students learn to use their cameras creatively, and to develop film and make prints.
While the course emphasizes proper technique, its goals are to encourage students to develop a sense of composition and to see freshly. This course assumes familiarity with camera usage and darkroom procedure. Students must have ready access to a fully functional manual 35mm camera with a light meter and new battery. Students learn advanced photographic techniques both in camera usage and darkroom procedures. The course emphasizes composition.